Nora & William Smith Foundation
Accepts applications
Nora & William Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $160,222 in 8 grants; the typical grant was $15,852 and the largest $41,171. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$160,222
- Number of grants8
- Typical grant$15,852
- Largest grant$41,171
- Assets$5.1 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $178,909 the year before.
13% 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 | $143,365 | 8 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $178,909 | 7 | $4.3 million |
| 2025 | $160,222 | 8 | $5.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Robert Self 111 Westminster St, Providence, RI 02903 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (866) 461-7287 |
| What to submit | Available from contact |
| Deadlines | February 15 |
| Restrictions | No restrictions |
What Nora & William Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to South Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Carolina | 6 | $111,812 |
| Georgia | 2 | $48,410 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Thornwell Home for Children | Unrestricted general | $41,171 |
| Presbyterian College | Unrestricted general | $36,171 |
| Eagle Ranch | Unrestricted general | $26,707 |
| Columbia Theological Seminary | Unrestricted general | $21,703 |
| Servants for Sight | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| A Child's Haven Inc | Unrestricted general | $10,000 |
| Greenville Rescue Missionmiracle Hill Ministries | Unrestricted general | $7,235 |
| Second Presbyterian Church | Unrestricted general | $7,235 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America
Questions people ask
Does Nora & William Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: February 15.
How much does Nora & William Smith Foundation give?
$160,222 in tax year 2025, across 8 grants, with a typical grant of $15,852.
Who runs Nora & William Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Bank of America (Trustee).
What does Nora & William Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.