Also known as: John & Gwen Smart Foundation · Smart Foundation
Based on their 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 811535437) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2024 IRS Form 990-PF filing, John and Gwen Smart Foundation reported 17 grants totaling $3,080,000 to 15 organizations across 4 states and territories, most often for general operating support. Its largest reported grant was $500,000 to Usher III Initiative Inc.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | REDWOOD CITY, CA | $870,000 |
| Usher III Initiative Inc | CHICAGO, IL | $500,000 |
| New York Women's Foundation | NEW YORK, NY | $450,000 |
| The Nature Conservancy | SACRAMENTO, CA | $350,000 |
| Rogosin Institute Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $210,000 |
| American Nurses Foundation | SILVER SPRING, MD | $120,000 |
| Creativity Explored | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $105,000 |
| Santa Barbara Bird Sanctuary | SUMMERLAND, CA | $100,000 |
| Cornell University | NEW YORK, NY | $85,000 |
| Women in Need Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $80,000 |
| Cultural Activism International Project Inc | DELHI, NY | $50,000 |
| Kqed Inc | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $50,000 |
| Three Jewels Outreach Center Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $50,000 |
| DAY One New York Inc | NEW YORK, NY | $30,000 |
| High Plateau Humane Society | ALTURAS, CA | $30,000 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
