Ryan and Ashley Smith Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Ryan and Ashley Smith Foundation is a private foundation in Salt Lake City, Utah. In tax year 2024 it gave $5.2 million in 5 grants; the typical grant was $80,000 and the largest $5.0 million. 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$5.2 million
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$80,000
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$80.5 million
- New grantees60%
Giving in 2024 was down from $5.3 million the year before.
60% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $5.3 million | 6 | $77.1 million |
| 2024 | $5.2 million | 5 | $80.5 million |
How to apply
Ryan and Ashley 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 3 | $5.0 million |
| Virginia | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $80,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Five for the Fight Foundation | General unrestricted | $5.0 million |
| The Will Hardy Foundation | General unrestricted | $100,000 |
| The Discovery Land Company Foundation | General unrestricted | $80,000 |
| Academy for Child Advocacy | General unrestricted | $10,000 |
| Ballet West | General unrestricted | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ryan Smith
- Ashley Smith
Questions people ask
Does Ryan and Ashley Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Ryan and Ashley Smith Foundation give?
$5.2 million in tax year 2024, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $80,000.
Who runs Ryan and Ashley Smith Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ryan Smith (Trustee) and Ashley Smith (Trustee).