Private foundation · EIN 04-3391489 · Federal Way, Washington · Philanthropy & grantmaking

H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 0 grants paid, total.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
0
Median grant
—
Stays in WA
—
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.1M

About this foundation

H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Federal Way, Washington, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation give each year?

H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation reports about $1.1M in assets. Its 990-PF return shows total grants paid each year.

Where does H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation give?

H Arthur Smith Charitable Foundation is based in Federal Way, WA. Most private foundations give mainly in their home region.

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