James C & Norma I Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
James C & Norma I Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $4.3 million in 37 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $700,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$4.3 million
- Number of grants37
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$700,000
- Assets$76.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was up from $3.5 million the year before.
11% of its 2024 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $3.0 million | 44 | $86.9 million |
| 2023 | $3.5 million | 37 | $102 million |
| 2024 | $4.3 million | 37 | $76.4 million |
How to apply
James C & Norma I Smith Foundation 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 James C & Norma I Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 6 | $1.3 million |
| Illinois | 5 | $630,000 |
| Oregon | 6 | $445,000 |
| California | 4 | $365,000 |
| Texas | 5 | $335,000 |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $325,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $200,000 |
| New York | 1 | $200,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $115,000 |
| Utah | 1 | $100,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayo Clinic | General support. | $700,000 |
| Arizona Animal Welfare League | General support. | $250,000 |
| Medecins Sans Frontieres USA | General support. | $200,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank Alliance | General support. | $200,000 |
| Dion's Chicago Dream | General support | $175,000 |
| Paws Chicago | General support | $150,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | General support | $150,000 |
| Birch Community Services | General support | $125,000 |
| Carole Robertson Center for Learning | General support | $125,000 |
| Hospice of the Valley | General support. | $125,000 |
| Jumpstart | General support | $125,000 |
| Kitchens for Good | General support | $125,000 |
| Chef Ann Foundation | General support | $115,000 |
| Eye Care 4 Kids | General support | $100,000 |
| Job Train | General support | $100,000 |
| Lift | General support | $100,000 |
| Operation Kindness | General support | $100,000 |
| Oregon Humane Society | General support | $100,000 |
| Portland Oic | General support | $100,000 |
| The Bloc | General support | $100,000 |
| The Farmlink Project | General support | $100,000 |
| Chicago Youth Programs | General support | $80,000 |
| 412 Food Rescue | General support | $75,000 |
| DC Central Kitchen | General support | $75,000 |
| Dallas Pets Alive | General support | $75,000 |
| Food Recovery Network | General support | $75,000 |
| Harvest Against Hunger | General support | $75,000 |
| Luther College Nursing Program | General support | $75,000 |
| Phoenix House Texas | General support. | $75,000 |
| Straydog | General support | $75,000 |
| Urban Gleaners | General support | $75,000 |
| Honorhealth Desert Mission | General support. | $50,000 |
| Sutter Roseville Medical Center Foundation | General support | $40,000 |
| Lift Up | General support | $30,000 |
| Portland Fruit Tree Project | General support | $15,000 |
| McDowell Sonoran Conservancy | General support. | $10,000 |
| The Visiting Nurse Association of Texas | General support. | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- James C Smith
- August J Nisell
- Christina A Nisell
- Norma I Smith
- Joseph Whitters
- Hill A Feinberg
Questions people ask
Does James C & Norma I Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does James C & Norma I Smith Foundation give?
$4.3 million in tax year 2024, across 37 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs James C & Norma I Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists James C Smith (President/Director), August J Nisell (Executive Director/Director), Christina A Nisell (Secretary/Treasurer) and Norma I Smith (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does James C & Norma I Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, food and hunger and animals.