Aetas Mirabilis Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Aetas Mirabilis Foundation is a private foundation in Oakton, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.2 million in 11 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.2 million
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees55%
Giving in 2025 was up from $806,940 the year before.
55% of its 2025 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 | $647,520 | 12 | $2.1 million |
| 2024 | $806,940 | 7 | $2.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.2 million | 11 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Aetas Mirabilis 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 Aetas Mirabilis Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 1 | $1.1 million |
| Virginia | 3 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $6,716 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $2,640 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,500 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Depauw University | General support | $1.1 million |
| Harvard Business School | General support | $30,000 |
| Food for others | General support | $30,000 |
| Americares | general support | $20,000 |
| Feeding America | General support | $10,000 |
| Shelter House | general support | $10,000 |
| Women Giving Back | General support | $10,000 |
| GrareVineorg | General support | $6,716 |
| American Friends of the School of St Jude | General support | $2,640 |
| Vanderbilt University | General support | $2,500 |
| John Burroughs School | General support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas I Smith
- Anne U Smith
Questions people ask
Does Aetas Mirabilis Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Aetas Mirabilis Foundation give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Aetas Mirabilis Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Douglas I Smith (Pres/Treasurer) and Anne U Smith (Vp/Secretary).
What does Aetas Mirabilis Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and food and hunger.