Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $391,000 in 20 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$391,000
- Number of grants20
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was down from $412,000 the year before.
10% 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 | $378,000 | 17 | $7.8 million |
| 2024 | $412,000 | 19 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $391,000 | 20 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
Re Bob and Vivian 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 Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 16 | $321,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $40,000 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Faustina Catholic Church | General support | $50,000 |
| University of Houston | General support | $30,000 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | General support | $25,000 |
| The Spirit Cookers Inc | General support | $25,000 |
| Wreaths Across America - Houston | General support | $25,000 |
| Arbor Preschool | General support | $20,000 |
| Sunshine Kids Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| Theater Under the Stars | General support | $20,000 |
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | General support | $20,000 |
| St Edwards University | General support | $16,000 |
| Astrodome Conservancy Grant | General support | $15,000 |
| Epilepsy Foundation | General support | $15,000 |
| Folds of Honor South Texas Aa | General support | $15,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | General support | $15,000 |
| Kids Meals Inc | Genral support | $15,000 |
| Make A Wish Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research | General support | $10,000 |
| Houston Arboretum & Nature | General support | $10,000 |
| Lily's Toy Box | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas Edward Dompier
- Amy M Meckel
- Shelly D Mulanax
- Katherine E Hunt
Questions people ask
Does Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation give?
$391,000 in tax year 2025, across 20 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas Edward Dompier (Director - President), Amy M Meckel (Director - Secretary/Treasurer), Shelly D Mulanax (Director - Vice President) and Katherine E Hunt (Director).
What does Re Bob and Vivian Smith Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.