Smith-Welsh Foundation
The Smith-Welsh Foundation is a private foundation based in Woodland Hills, California, established in 1985. As a 501(c)(3) organization, it operates as a philanthropic grantmaker supporting arts, education, and environmental initiatives across the United States.
Key facts about Smith-Welsh Foundation
- EIN
- 95-3958030
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025
- Annual giving (2025)
- $387,500
- Grants made (2025)
- 47
- Average grant
- $8,245
- Median grant
- $5,000
- New grantees (estimate)
- 13% first-time grantees (6 of 46, 2025)
- Primary geography
- California (46% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
Who Smith-Welsh Foundation funds
By grant dollars, the top recipient states for Smith-Welsh Foundation's 47 itemized 2025 grants were California (46%), Idaho (25%) and Oregon (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Pedro, CA (4 grants), Los Angeles, CA (3 grants), Ketchum, ID (3 grants) and Boise, ID (3 grants). None of its 47 grants with a stated purpose were described as general or operating support.
Is Smith-Welsh Foundation open to new grantees?
13%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 6 of 46 grantees (13%) were first-time recipients. First grants averaged $8K; repeat grants $9K. How we count
Medians: $3K first-time, $5K repeat.
Estimate from itemized IRS Form 990-PF grant lists (2018–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
—
Annual Giving
$388K
+9.2% YoY
Grant Count
47
+4.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$8K
+4.5% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation's primary mission centers on supporting cultural and environmental organizations. Key focus areas include:
- Arts and culture
- Museums and natural history museums
- Education
- Environmental conservation
- Philanthropy and nonprofits
- Human services
The foundation has demonstrated particular commitment to garden preservation and education, with support directed toward ensuring access to cultural and natural spaces for school children, families, and seniors.
Grantmaking
The foundation appears open to new applicants and actively reviews proposals.
Grant Range
approximately $8,800–$28,000
Average Grant
approximately $8,800–$28,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The foundation supports projects across multiple U.S. states, including:
- California
- Arizona
- Connecticut
- Idaho
- Illinois
- New York
- Oregon
- Utah
- Vermont
- Washington
Grant Distribution by State
Share of all 47 itemized 2025 grant dollars.
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Year (2024):
- Total Assets: $1,655,640–$1,677,660
- Total Revenue: $315,682–$413,513
- Total Expenses: $377,720–$435,533
- Number of Employees: 0
Tax Information:
- EIN: 95-3958030
- Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3)
- Year Formed: 1985
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Data update history
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2018–2025
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
210 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest recipients include South Coast Botanic Garden ($50,000), Natural History Museum ($25,000), Western Rivers Conservancy ($25,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| SOUTH COAST BOTANIC GARDEN PALOS VERDES PENINSU, CA | TO HELP ENSURE A BRIGHT FUTURE FOR THE GARDEN, ENLIGHTENING SCHOOL CHILDREN, FAMILIES AND SENIORS WHO RELY ON AND VISIT THE 87 ACRES EVERY DAY. | $50,000 |
| NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM LOS ANGELES, CA | PROVIDE FUNDS TO AID IN SUPPORTING THE MUSEUM | $25,000 |
| WESTERN RIVERS CONSERVANCY PORTLAND, OR | PROVIDE FUNDS TO AID IN RIVER CONSERVATION | $25,000 |
| WOOD RIVER LAND TRUST HAILEY, ID | PROTECTING AND RESTORING LAND, WATER, AND WILDLIFE HABITAT IN THE WOOD RIVER VALLEY AND SURROUNDING AREAS. | $25,000 |
| CONSERVATIVE ANGLER EDMONDS, WA | ADVOCATES FOR WILD FISH AND FISHERIES, PROTECTING AND CONSERVING WILD STEELHEAD, SALMON, TROUT AND CHAR THROUGHOUT THEIR PACIFIC RANGE. | $15,000 |
| SUN VALLEY MUSIC FESTIVAL SUN VALLEY, ID | INSTILLING A LIFELONG LOVE OF CLASSICAL MUSIC. | $15,000 |
| CATALINA ISLAND MUSEUM AVALON, CA | DEDICATED TO THE ARTS, CULTURE AND HISTORY OF SANTA CATALINA ISLAND | $10,000 |
| NATIVE FISH SOCIETY OREGON CITY, OR | ADVOCATES FOR THE RECOVERY OF WILD, NATIVE FISH | $10,000 |
| CABRILLO AQUARIUMMUSEUM SAN PEDRO, CA | PROVIDE SUPPORT AND RESOURCES TO INSPIRE EXPLORATION, RESPECT AND CONSERVATION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MARINE LIFE. | $10,000 |
| CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL OF LA LOS ANGELES, CA | MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN A LIFE OF A CHILD BY PROVIDING HOPE FOR A HEALTHY FUTURE. | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Key personnel include:
- Nancy Welsh – President
- Peter Welsh – Secretary
- Robert T. Welsh – Chief Financial Officer
Foundation leadership serves without compensation.
Compensation Overview
No officer or director reported compensation in the available filings.
From 2025 IRS filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nancy Welsh | President | — | — |
| Peter Welsh | Secretary | — | — |
| Robert T Welsh | Chief Financial Officer | 1 | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Smith-Welsh Foundation fund?
The foundation's primary mission centers on supporting cultural and environmental organizations. Key focus areas include: • Arts and culture • Museums and natural history museums • Education • Environmental conservation • Philanthropy and nonprofits • Human services The foundation has demonstrated particular commitment to garden preservation and education, with support directed toward ensuring access to cultural and natural spaces for school children, families, and seniors.
How do I apply for a grant from Smith-Welsh Foundation?
**Grant Activity:** • Made 36 grants in the most recent year • Average grant size: approximately $8,800–$28,000 • Recent notable grants include: • Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County: $25,000 • Western Rivers Conservancy: $25,000 • The Conservation Angler: $15,000 The foundation appears open to new applicants and actively reviews proposals.
Where does Smith-Welsh Foundation make grants?
The foundation supports projects across multiple U.S. states, including: • California • Arizona • Connecticut • Idaho • Illinois • New York • Oregon • Utah • Vermont • Washington
What size grants does Smith-Welsh Foundation award?
In 2025, Smith-Welsh Foundation awarded 47 grants totaling $388K — an average of about $8K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Smith-Welsh Foundation's EIN?
Smith-Welsh Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-3958030. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2018–2025.
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Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.