Frank J Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Frank J Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $107,359 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $615 and the largest $18,443. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$107,359
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$615
- Largest grant$18,443
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $198,670 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $177,328 | 25 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $198,670 | 25 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $107,359 | 25 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Frank J Smith Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Frank J Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 17 | $66,283 |
| Florida | 1 | $18,443 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $18,443 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,230 |
| California | 1 | $615 |
| Georgia | 1 | $615 |
| Illinois | 1 | $615 |
| Nebraska | 1 | $615 |
| New York | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church | General support | $18,443 |
| St Therese Catholic Church | General support | $18,443 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn | General support | $18,443 |
| Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church | General support | $18,443 |
| Faith Lutheran Church | General support | $6,148 |
| Peace Evangelical Lutheran CH | General support | $6,148 |
| Fort Wayne Public Television Inc | General support | $4,303 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church | General support | $3,074 |
| Recovery Health Services | General support | $2,459 |
| Community Fdn of GRTR Ft Wayne | General support | $1,230 |
| The Gideons International | General support | $1,230 |
| American Red Cross of NE Indiana | General support | $1,230 |
| American Lung Association of Indiana | General support | $615 |
| American Cancer Society | General support | $615 |
| Audience Unlimited Inc | General support | $615 |
| Allen County Public Library | General support | $615 |
| Society of Saint Vincent Depaul | General support | $615 |
| Fort Wayne Rescue Mission | General support | $615 |
| Goodwill Industries of NE in | General support | $615 |
| Southside High School Fdn | General support | $615 |
| The Salvation Army in Div HDQ | General support | $615 |
| Father Flanagans Boys Home | General support | $615 |
| Lutheran Braille Workers | General support | $615 |
| Christian Congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses | General support | $500 |
| Waynedale Baptist Church | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- PNC Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Frank J Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Frank J Smith Foundation give?
$107,359 in tax year 2025, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $615.
Who runs Frank J Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists PNC Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Frank J Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and human services.