Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $320,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. 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$320,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$7.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was up from $310,000 the year before.
13% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $310,000 | 16 | $6.8 million |
| 2024 | $320,000 | 15 | $7.0 million |
How to apply
Ray and June Smith Charitable 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 Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 13 | $290,000 |
| Washington | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| First Presbyterian Church | Church building funds | $125,000 |
| Museum of Fine Arts | Museum operating funds | $30,000 |
| University of Houston | Scholarships | $30,000 |
| Rice University | Academic programs student projects | $30,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Church building repairs | $20,000 |
| Presbyterian School | Support for educational abd atheletic programs | $15,000 |
| Cancare | One-on-one support for cancer patients | $15,000 |
| Neamiah Center | Educational funds for underprivileged children | $10,000 |
| Presbyterian Childrens Home | Christ centered children services | $10,000 |
| Resonate Church | Missionary outreach expansion | $10,000 |
| Therapy Pet Pals | Animal assisted therapy for hospitalized persons | $5,000 |
| Texas Wildlife Center | Providing rehabilitation of native wildlife | $5,000 |
| Serenity | Healing prayer ministry | $5,000 |
| Memorial Park Concervancy | Park renewal and enhancementof grounds | $5,000 |
| Holly Hall | Christian retirement community support | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Carol Haney
- Michael Gaus
Questions people ask
Does Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation give?
$320,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Carol Haney (Trustee) and Michael Gaus (Trustee).
What does Ray and June Smith Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and youth programs.