Grace Pepper Smith Foundation
The Grace Pepper Smith Foundation was a private foundation based in Balboa Island, California. Its 2020 filing was marked as a final return and states that the foundation was liquidated in December 2020; it therefore appears to have wound down and stopped grantmaking.
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation at a glance
In short: Grace Pepper Smith Foundation gave $26K across 20 grants in 2020 (avg $1K), top state Florida. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $26,288
- Grants made (2020)
- 20
- Average grant
- $1,314
- Median grant
- $1,000
- Primary geography
- Florida (31% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2020; updated October 2026.
How to apply to Grace Pepper Smith Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation stated that it contributed only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests. Its 2020 filing is marked as final, so this is not a current application process.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 93, Balboa Island, CA 92662
Phone: (949) 675-5347
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Grace Pepper Smith Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was United World Mission ($5K). Together the top 10 received $16K.
Grant Size Distribution
20 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 20 grants of 20 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2020, grant dollars went to recipients in multiple states. The largest reported shares were Florida (31%), California (20%), Virginia (12%), and Colorado (8%); New York accounted for 4%.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2020 it made 20 grants totaling $26K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United World Mission Miami, FL | Missionary Services | $5,000 |
| Every Generation Ministries Temecula, CA | Missionary Services | $2,161 |
| American Bible Society New York, NY | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| CRU Orlando, FL | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Dawson McAllister Association Spring Hill, TN | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Dayspring Virginia Beach, VA | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Global Recordings Network Tuscon, AZ | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Bibles for the World Colorado Springs, CO | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship Nampa, ID | Missionary Services | $1,161 |
| Samaritan's Purse Boone, NC | Missionary Services | $1,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $812,942 | $38,249 | $26,288 | 20 | $135 | $1,433 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Grace Pepper Smith Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1K for 2020 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 filing described grants to several organizations as funding for missionary services. Among the recipients, Every Generation Ministries describes its work as equipping churches to develop ministry to children and families; Bibles for the World describes sharing the Christian message with unreached peoples and supporting churches and Christian leaders in developing nations; and Samaritan’s Purse describes providing spiritual and physical aid to people in need. These are the recipients’ descriptions of their own work.
Grantmaking
In 2020, the foundation gave $26,288 through 20 grants. Grant amounts ranged from $1,000 to $5,000, with a median of $1,000. Notable grants included $5,000 to United World Mission, $2,161 to Every Generation Ministries, and $1,161 each to American Bible Society, Cru, Dayspring, Global Recordings Network, Bibles for the World, and Mission Aviation Fellowship. Other 2020 recipients listed include Samaritan’s Purse, Far East Broadcasting Co., Jesus Film Project, Equip India, and Asbury College, each receiving $1,000.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2020 filing lists June E. Macadam as president.
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation is led by June E. Macadam, President on the 2020 filing — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2020 filing
June E. Macadam
President
New on the 2020 filing
5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Grace Pepper Smith Foundation
How much does Grace Pepper Smith Foundation give each year?
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation gave $26K across 20 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
What is Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's typical grant size?
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's median grant in 2020 was $1,000, and its average grant was $1,314, across 20 grants on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Grace Pepper Smith Foundation give grants?
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's top state is Florida, with 31% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. The next largest states were California (20%) and Virginia (12%). The most frequent recipient cities were Orlando, FL (2 grants) and Colorado Springs, CO (2 grants).
Does Grace Pepper Smith Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2020: none of the 20 grants with a stated purpose on Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's 2020 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Missionary Services" (20 grants).
Who are Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's largest grantees?
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's largest 2020 grantees include United World Mission ($5,000), Every Generation Ministries ($2,161) and American Bible Society ($1,161), according to its 2020 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 32% of its itemized 2020 grant dollars.
What does Grace Pepper Smith Foundation fund?
No separate mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2020 filing described grants to several organizations as funding for missionary services. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Grace Pepper Smith Foundation?
The foundation stated that it contributed 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 ↑
How much is Grace Pepper Smith Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2020, Grace Pepper Smith Foundation reported a distributable amount of $1K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's EIN?
Grace Pepper Smith Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6052292. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020.
Does Grace Pepper 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 September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
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