David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Arlington, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $265,000 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 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$265,000
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$19.7 million
- New grantees54%
Giving in 2025 was up from $184,000 the year before.
54% 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 | $39,000 | 7 | $9.3 million |
| 2024 | $184,000 | 6 | $9.4 million |
| 2025 | $265,000 | 13 | $19.7 million |
How to apply
David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc 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 David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maryland.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maryland | 3 | $80,000 |
| Virginia | 4 | $77,500 |
| New York | 3 | $77,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $15,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Friends of Hebrew University | Donation | $50,000 |
| Charles E Smith Jewish Day School | Donation | $50,000 |
| National Sporting Library & Museum | Donation | $50,000 |
| George Mason University Foundation Inc | Donation | $25,000 |
| Jssa - Holocaust Survivors Program | Donation | $20,000 |
| Children of Difference Foundation | Donation | $15,000 |
| Open Mind Legacy Project | Donation | $15,000 |
| Library of America | Donation | $12,500 |
| The Chesapeake Orchestra | Donation | $10,000 |
| American Council of Trustees and Alumni | Donation | $7,500 |
| Washington Independent Review Books | Donation | $7,500 |
| The Mount Vernon Ladies' Association | Donation | $1,500 |
| Federation of State Humanities Councils | Donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Bruce Smith
Questions people ask
Does David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc give?
$265,000 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David Bruce Smith (Director, President).
What does David Bruce Smith Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.