Charles E Smith Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Charles E Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation in Arlington, Virginia. In tax year 2024 it gave $402,500 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$402,500
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$3.4 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2024 was down from $652,500 the year before.
11% 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 | $652,500 | 9 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $402,500 | 9 | $3.4 million |
How to apply
Charles E 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 Charles E Smith Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 4 | $360,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $17,500 |
| New York | 1 | $15,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jewish Federation of Greater Washington | Donation | $250,000 |
| Charles E Smith Jewish Day School | Donation | $100,000 |
| Shalom Hartman Institute of North America | Donation | $15,000 |
| Adas Israel Congregation | Donation | $12,500 |
| Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington | Donation | $5,000 |
| Jewish Community Center of Northern Virginia | Donation | $5,000 |
| Jewish Council for the Aging | Donation | $5,000 |
| Jewish Social Services Agency (Jssa) | Donation | $5,000 |
| Washington DCJCC Development Office | Donation | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert P Kogod
- Arlene R Kogod
- David B Smith
Questions people ask
Does Charles E Smith Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Charles E Smith Family Foundation give?
$402,500 in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Charles E Smith Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Robert P Kogod (President), Arlene R Kogod (Secretary/Treasurer) and David B Smith (Vice-President).
What does Charles E Smith Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and community development.