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Donald And Paula Smith Family Foundation Inc

Annual Giving
$9.8M

Donald And Paula Smith Family Foundation Inc

Quick Stats

  • Annual Giving: $9.8 million (2024)
  • Total Assets: $93.6 million
  • Decision Time: Not publicly available
  • Grant Range: Not publicly disclosed
  • Geographic Focus: Based in New York, NY

Contact Details

  • Location: New York, NY
  • EIN: 22-3732524
  • Website: Not available
  • Email: Not available
  • Phone: Not available

Overview

The Donald And Paula Smith Family Foundation Inc is a private family foundation established as a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization based in New York. With total assets of $93.6 million and annual charitable disbursements of approximately $9.8 million (representing 90.2% of their total expenses), the foundation represents a significant philanthropic force. The foundation generates revenue primarily through sales of assets (77.5%) and dividends (21.6%), maintaining a consistent pattern of substantial charitable giving.

Funding Priorities

Specific funding priorities and grant programs are not publicly disclosed. The foundation is classified by the IRS as supporting "Public, Society Benefit — Multipurpose and Other / Citizen Participation" causes.

Governance and Leadership

The foundation is led by:

  • President/Director: Julie Smith ($110,000 annual compensation)
  • Directors: Paula Smith, Laura Winner, Richard Greenberg, Jon Hartsel, Scott Barbee, Robert Gelfond, Ken Levy, Nikolaos Monoyios

Application Process & Timeline

How to Apply

This funder does not have a public application process. Grants appear to be made at the discretion of the board of directors. Organizations seeking support would likely need existing relationships with board members or be identified through the foundation's network.

Key Takeaways for Grant Writers

  • The foundation maintains substantial assets and a significant annual giving budget of nearly $10 million
  • With 90% of expenses going to charitable disbursements, they demonstrate a strong commitment to philanthropy
  • The lack of public information suggests a private, relationship-based approach to grant-making
  • Organizations may need board connections or referrals to access funding
  • The foundation's broad IRS classification suggests flexibility in funding areas

References

  • ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer - Donald And Paula Smith Family Foundation Inc (Accessed December 2024)
  • IRS Form 990 Tax Filings via ProPublica (2024 data)
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