George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation
Accepts applications
George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Hillsboro, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $110,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $11,500 and the largest $29,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$110,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$11,500
- Largest grant$29,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees78%
Giving in 2025 was up from $105,566 the year before.
78% of its 2025 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 | $111,000 | 8 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $105,566 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2025 | $110,500 | 9 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Becky Sanders P O Box 1245, Hillsboro, TX 76645 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (254) 582-2531 |
| What to submit | Typed application including description of organization, program or project for which funds are needed, who will benefit, and implementation strategy. |
| Deadlines | September 1 each year |
| Restrictions | State of Texas, irc section 501(c)(3) organizations |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 9 | $110,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Main Street Hillsboro | Install led lights on buildings around court house | $29,000 |
| Hillsboro Lions Club | To build a shade structure over centennial playground at hillsboro city park | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Hill County | To fund the daily operations of the club | $17,000 |
| Itasco Isd | To help the district repair decking around the old itasca depot | $15,000 |
| Lake Whitney Chamber of Commerce | Repair the chamber building | $11,500 |
| Hill County Paw Pals | Upgrade the small dog kennel area | $6,500 |
| Hill County Kids | To purchase shelving,a hand truck,totes,a laptop & printer | $4,000 |
| Hubbard Garden Club | Revitalize current veteran memorial plaza | $2,000 |
| Mission Hillsboro Medical Clinis | General fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- D'ette Cowan
- Andrew L Smith
- Paul Baker
- John B Tuggle
- Beth Dohoney Kennard
- Betty Ray Dohoney
Questions people ask
Does George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: September 1 each year.
How much does George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation give?
$110,500 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $11,500.
Who runs George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists D'ette Cowan (President), Andrew L Smith (Treasurer), Paul Baker (Secretary) and John B Tuggle (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does George G & Alva Hudson Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, environment and conservation and youth programs.