Frank J Smith Foundation
The Frank J Smith Foundation is a private foundation based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Its 2026 filing reports grants to charitable organizations, including churches, a public television organization, and a health services provider.
Frank J Smith Foundation at a glance
In short: Frank J Smith Foundation gave $107K across 25 grants in 2026 (avg $4K), mostly in Indiana. 0% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $107,359
- -46.0% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 25
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $4,294
- -46.0% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $615
- Total assets
- $3,686,630
- +4.6% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 25, 2026)
- Primary geography
- Indiana (62% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Frank J Smith Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states in its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.
- Contact
Mailing address: 500 First Ave P7-Pfsc-03-Z, Pittsburgh, PA 15219
Phone: (412) 807-6328
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Frank J Smith Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was Sacred Heart Catholic Church ($18K). Together the top 10 received $97K.
Grant Size Distribution
125 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 125 grants of 125 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In 2026, grant dollars went to recipients in Indiana (62%), North Carolina (17%), Florida (17%), Tennessee (1%), and Georgia (1%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 25 itemized grants.
Cities
Is Frank J Smith Foundation open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 0 of 25 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. How we count
- 100% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving fell 54% from 2023 to 2026. Method
- In 2026 it paid out 54% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $107K (2026) to $235K (2023). In 2026 it made 25 grants totaling $107K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Catholic Church Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $18,443 |
| St Therese Catholic Church Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $18,443 |
| Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn Charlotte, NC | General Support | $18,443 |
| Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church Ft Lauderdale, FL | General Support | $18,443 |
| Faith Lutheran Church Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $6,148 |
| Peace Evangelical Lutheran Ch Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $6,148 |
| Fort Wayne Public Television Inc Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $4,303 |
| St Mary's Catholic Church Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $3,074 |
| Recovery Health Services Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $2,459 |
| Community Fdn of GRTR Ft Wayne Fort Wayne, IN | General Support | $1,230 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $3,686,630 | $321,313 | $158,977 | $107,359 | 25 | $116,534 | $282,197 | $215,251 |
| 2025 | $3,523,370 | $209,366 | $244,931 | $198,670 | 25 | $207,398 | $172,490 | $204,204 |
| 2024 | $3,561,405 | $112,652 | $218,677 | $177,328 | 25 | $185,352 | $75,049 | $186,015 |
| 2023 | $3,665,996 | $3,342 | $283,841 | $235,020 | 25 | $255,586 | $60,507 | $190,085 |
| 2022 | $3,946,228 | $360,854 | $269,282 | $218,413 | 25 | $242,085 | $335,438 | $221,827 |
| 2021 | $3,856,408 | $36,362 | $260,548 | $214,786 | 25 | — | $52,586 | $194,434 |
| 2020 | $4,081,483 | $187,250 | $239,317 | $186,795 | 27 | — | $165,301 | $201,710 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Frank J Smith Foundation reported a distributable amount of $215K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated October 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants show support for organizations including religious institutions, public media, and health services. Fort Wayne Public Television describes its mission as engaging the community through content and collaborations that educate, inform, inspire, and entertain. Recovery Health Services says it serves adults with special physical, mental, neurological, and emotional needs.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2026, the foundation made 25 grants totaling $107,359. Grant amounts ranged from $500 to $18,443, with a median of $615. The largest grants included $18,443 each to Sacred Heart Catholic Church and St Therese Catholic Church in Fort Wayne, Billy Graham Evangelistic Association in Charlotte, and Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in Fort Lauderdale. Each was designated for general support. Other grants included $4,303 to Fort Wayne Public Television and $2,459 to Recovery Health Services, both in Fort Wayne. Father Flanagan’s Boys’ Home received $615; its stated mission is “Changing the way America cares for children and families.” Allen County Public Library also received $615 and says its mission is to support the library’s programs and services.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists PNC Bank N A as trustee.
Frank J Smith Foundation's only listed officer is PNC Bank N A, Trustee on every filing since 2023 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
PNC Bank N A
Trustee
On filings since 2023
1 hr/week
$41K (2023) → $46K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: PNC Bank NA (2020–2022) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $46K, to PNC Bank N a (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Frank J Smith Foundation
How much does Frank J Smith Foundation give each year?
Frank J Smith Foundation gave $107K across 25 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $199K across 25 grants.
What is Frank J Smith Foundation's typical grant size?
Frank J Smith Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $615, and its average grant was $4,294, across 25 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Frank J Smith Foundation give grants?
Frank J Smith Foundation gives mostly in Indiana: 62% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were North Carolina (17%) and Florida (17%). The most frequent recipient cities were Fort Wayne, IN (16 grants).
Does Frank J Smith Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Frank J Smith Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (25 of 25) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Frank J Smith Foundation's largest grantees?
Frank J Smith Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include Sacred Heart Catholic Church ($18,443), St Therese Catholic Church ($18,443) and Billy Graham Evangelistic Assn ($18,443), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 52% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Frank J Smith Foundation?
Frank J Smith Foundation reported $3.7M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $117K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $215K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Frank J Smith Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants show support for organizations including religious institutions, public media, and health services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Frank J Smith Foundation?
The foundation states in its 2025 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Frank J Smith Foundation's EIN?
Frank J Smith Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-6598564. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2026.
Does Frank J Smith Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated October 2026.
Data update history
(2)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS June 11, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Frank J Smith Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 15, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/frank-j-smith-foundation-morg_7d5213cb6fa6446781170599ff5cd102
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