Smarelli Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Smarelli Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $983,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $12,500 and the largest $855,000. 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$983,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$12,500
- Largest grant$855,000
- Assets$4.4 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $95,850 the year before.
83% 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 | $183,200 | 4 | $3.9 million |
| 2024 | $95,850 | 7 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $983,000 | 6 | $4.4 million |
How to apply
Smarelli Charitable Trust 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 Smarelli Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 4 | $977,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pius Xi High School | Educational | $855,000 |
| Eisenhower Center | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Italian Community Center | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Wounded Warriors Abilities Ranch | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Twin Bridge Rescue Squad | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Leukemia and Lumphoma Soc Blood Cancer United | Scientific | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mary J Smarelli
- John V Doherty
Questions people ask
Does Smarelli Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Smarelli Charitable Trust give?
$983,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $12,500.
Who runs Smarelli Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Mary J Smarelli (Trustee) and John V Doherty (Trustee).
What does Smarelli Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development.