Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $215,701 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $215,701 and the largest $215,701. 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$215,701
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$215,701
- Largest grant$215,701
- Assets$4.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $175,799 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 | $142,423 | 1 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $175,799 | 1 | $4.0 million |
| 2025 | $215,701 | 1 | $4.7 million |
How to apply
Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust 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 Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $215,701 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rush Presbyterian St Luke's Medical Ctr | Unrestricted general | $215,701 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust give?
$215,701 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $215,701.
Who runs Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Bertha Spaeti Smith Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and health.