Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Livingston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $405,238 in 36 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $40,000. 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$405,238
- Number of grants36
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$40,000
- Assets$7.4 million
- New grantees36%
Giving in 2024 was up from $339,370 the year before.
36% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $339,370 | 37 | $7.6 million |
| 2024 | $405,238 | 36 | $7.4 million |
How to apply
Smith Family 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 Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 33 | $367,538 |
| Missouri | 1 | $24,700 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $11,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Center of Hope Polk County | Donation | $40,000 |
| Wheelchairs for Warriors | Donation | $30,000 |
| Polk County Cares | Operations | $24,700 |
| Saafe House | Operations | $15,500 |
| Sanctuary of Hope | Donation | $15,500 |
| First Baptist Church of Livingston | Donation | $15,000 |
| ISERVE365 | Operations | $11,000 |
| American Association of University | Operations | $11,000 |
| Polk County Commerce Center | Donation | $11,000 |
| SPCA of Polk County | Donation | $11,000 |
| Brian Perry Memorial Scholarship FD | Scholarship | $11,000 |
| Mental Health Advancement Fdn | Donation | $11,000 |
| Acts Two Ministries International Keith & Maria Ministries Inc | Religious | $10,000 |
| City of Livingston Municipal | Operations | $10,000 |
| Green & White Scholarship Fund | Education | $10,000 |
| Livingston Police Department | Operations | $10,000 |
| Livingston Volunteer Fire Departmen | Operations | $10,000 |
| Scenic Loop Volunteer Fire Departme | Operations | $10,000 |
| Grace Pregnancy Outreach Center | Operations | $10,000 |
| Family Life Church | Operations | $10,000 |
| House of Mary | Operations | $10,000 |
| Childrenz Haven | Donation | $10,000 |
| Livingston Fire Department | Donation | $10,000 |
| Faith Military Support Group | Donation | $10,000 |
| Making Sports Possible | Donation | $10,000 |
| Polk County Sheriff's Office | Donation | $10,000 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace-Tx Polk Cty | Donation | $10,000 |
| Blanchard Baptist Church | Donation | $10,000 |
| Grace Family Church | Donation | $10,000 |
| The House of Miracles Church | Donation | $10,000 |
| Onalska Independent School Distr | Scholarship | $10,000 |
| Camp Cho Yeh | Religious | $4,888 |
| Lions International-Polk County TX | Donation | $2,000 |
| South Polk County Volunteer Fire de | Operations | $1,000 |
| Bold Springs Cemetery Association | Operations | $500 |
| Miss Polk County Scholarship | Donation | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert M Smith
- Fred M Smith
Questions people ask
Does Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smith Family Foundation give?
$405,238 in tax year 2024, across 36 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert M Smith (Trustee) and Fred M Smith (Trustee).
What does Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and community development.