The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation
The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation, based in Nashville, TN. IRS filing data is available from 2024 through 2026.
The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation at a glance
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026.
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Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation is led by Suzanne McDaniel, Trustee on every filing since 2024 — the only officer listed, and uncompensated.
Officers on the 2026 filing
Suzanne McDaniel
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2024–2026. "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 The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation
What is The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation's EIN?
The Wayne T and Cheryl Smith Family Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 35-2833214. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2024–2026.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS July 29, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2024
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