Lillian S Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Lillian S Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Columbia, South Carolina. In tax year 2025 it gave $45,000 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$45,000
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$0
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $65,000 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 | $68,000 | 6 | $1.0 million |
| 2024 | $65,000 | 6 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $45,000 | 5 | $0 |
How to apply
Lillian S 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 5 | $45,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Oceanside Collegiate Academy | General use | $10,000 |
| Blissful Dreams Horse Farms | General use | $10,000 |
| SC Philharmonuic | General use | $10,000 |
| East Cooper Community Outreach | General use | $10,000 |
| Connie Maxwell Children's Ministri | General use' | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William F Quattlebaum
- Darlene Smith
- Christine Snith
Questions people ask
Does Lillian S Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Lillian S Smith Foundation give?
$45,000 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Lillian S Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists William F Quattlebaum (Ceo), Darlene Smith (Secretary) and Christine Snith (Director).