Ethel Walker Smith Fund
Preselected recipients only
Ethel Walker Smith Fund is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $667,335 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $66,734 and the largest $333,666. 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$667,335
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$66,734
- Largest grant$333,666
- Assets$17.0 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $507,901 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 | $454,723 | 6 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $507,901 | 6 | $15.6 million |
| 2025 | $667,335 | 6 | $17.0 million |
How to apply
Ethel Walker Smith Fund 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 Ethel Walker Smith Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $633,968 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $33,367 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ethel Walker Char & Educ Fund | Unrestricted general | $333,666 |
| Hartford Hospital | Unrestricted general | $133,467 |
| Trinity College | Unrestricted general | $66,734 |
| Yale University | Unrestricted general | $66,734 |
| St Francis Hospital | Unrestricted general | $33,367 |
| Bryn Mawr College | Unrestricted general | $33,367 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Ethel Walker Smith Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ethel Walker Smith Fund give?
$667,335 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $66,734.
Who runs Ethel Walker Smith Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Ethel Walker Smith Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and health.