The Smith Family Foundation
Accepts applications
The Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Columbia, South Carolina. In tax year 2023 it gave $55,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $9,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$55,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2023 was up from $45,000 the year before.
50% of its 2023 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $45,000 | 13 | $1.1 million |
| 2023 | $55,000 | 12 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Joel A Smith III 206 Wateree Avenue, Columbia, SC 29205 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (803) 466-4294, joelsmithiii@mac.com |
What The Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 6 | $30,000 |
| Tennessee | 3 | $10,000 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $10,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Spoleto Festival USA | Charitable | $9,000 |
| Harvest Hope Food Bank | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Communities in Schools | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Columbia Film Society | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Overton Park Shell | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Homeless No More | Charitable | $5,000 |
| American Youth Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Cedar Mountain Volunteer Fire Dept | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Focus Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Youth Villagesmemphis Allies | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Golden Cross Senior Ministries | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Living Wright Foundation | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joel A Smith III
- Mary Lowndes Macdonald
Questions people ask
Does The Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Smith Family Foundation give?
$55,000 in tax year 2023, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Joel A Smith III (Officer) and Mary Lowndes Macdonald (Secretary).
What does The Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs.