Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation
Accepts applications
Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Knoxville, Tennessee. In tax year 2024 it gave $18,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $9,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$18,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$790,363
- New grantees50%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $18,000 the year before.
50% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $18,000 | 5 | $816,546 |
| 2024 | $18,000 | 4 | $790,363 |
How to apply
| Contact | Oliver Smith IV 7216 Wellington Dr Suite 1, Knoxville, TN 37919 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (865) 584-2000 |
| What to submit | No particular form |
| Deadlines | No defined deadline |
What Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Tennessee.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Tennessee | 4 | $18,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| East TN Historical Society | To preserve and promote the history of tennessee, focusing on east tennessee, to educate and connect the region | $9,000 |
| Sequoyah Hills Presbyterian Church | A church sharing the message of jesus christ. | $4,500 |
| University of Tennessee | Education | $3,500 |
| Cornerstone Church | A church sharing the message of jesus christ. | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Oliver A Smith IV
- Richard D Wynn
- Dooley Tombras
- Evelyn Zinaveah
Questions people ask
Does Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: No defined deadline.
How much does Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2024, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Oliver A Smith IV (President), Richard D Wynn (Secretary), Dooley Tombras (Director) and Evelyn Zinaveah (Director).
What does Oliver and Evelyn Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and faith communities.