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Linda I Smith Foundation is a private corporation based in COSTA MESA, CA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is Linda I Smith. It holds total assets of $2.1M. Annual income is reported at $702K. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in California. According to available records, Linda I Smith Foundation has made 89 grants totaling $662K, with a median grant of $8K. Annual giving has decreased from $434K in 2022 to $228K in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $30K, with an average award of $7K. The foundation has supported 33 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in California and Connecticut and Hawaii. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$8K
Average Grant
$7K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 29 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Linda I Smith Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 89 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CA, CT, HI.
Linda I Smith Foundation has distributed a total of $662K across 89 grants. The median grant size is $8K, with an average of $7K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $30K.
Linda I Smith Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Linda I Smith Foundation is headquartered in COSTA MESA, CA. While based in CA, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tracey L Gaede | DIRECTOR/TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Diana G Blatz | DIRECTOR/SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Tyler I Gaede | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Whit Batchelor | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Linda I Smith | DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$270K
Total Assets
$2M
Fair Market Value
$4.4M
Net Worth
$2M
Grants Paid
$228K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$251K
Distribution Amount
$211K
Total: $1.9M
Total Grants
89
Total Giving
$662K
Average Grant
$7K
Median Grant
$8K
Unique Recipients
33
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Bucket Equine RescueGENERAL USE - ANIMAL RESCUE & REHABILITATION | Huntington Beach, CA | $13K | 2023 |
| Pacific Marine Mammal CenterGENERAL USE - ANIMAL RESCUE & TREATMENT | Laguna Beach, CA | $30K | 2023 |
| The Teen Project IncGENERAL USE - DRUG TREATMENT, EDUCATION, HOUSING FOR HOMELESS/SEX-TRAFFICKED YOUNG WOMEN | Sun Valley, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Cdf Firefighters Benevolent FoundationGENERAL USE - CA FIREFIGHTER ASSISTANCE | Sacramento, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Way Out West Equine RescueGENERAL USE - RESCUE HORSES FROM SLAUGHTER; REHABILITATE & END-OF-LIFE CARE | Orange, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Caterina'S ClubGENERAL USE - MEALS FOR HOMELESS/LOW INCOME FAMILIES | Anaheim, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| The Achievers - Dsusa OcGENERAL USE - HELP DISABLED PERSONS TO REALIZE THAT THEIR ABILITIES OUTWEIGH THEIR DISABILITIES | Irvine, CA | $9K | 2023 |
| Ocean InstituteGENERAL USE - EDUCATION/ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS | Dana Point, CA | $9K | 2023 |
| Laguna College Of Art DesignGENERAL USE - EDUCATION | Laguna Beach, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Shea Therapeutic Riding CenterGENERAL USE - EQUINE-ASSISTED THERAPY FOR PHYSICALLY/EMOTIONALLY DISABLED | San Juan Capistrano, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| KidsingersGENERAL USE - MUSIC PROGRAM FOR DISADVANTAGED YOUTH | Anaheim, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Hands TogetherGENERAL USE - CHILD CARE & EDUCATION | Santa Ana, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| KidworksGENERAL USE - MENTORING & EDUCATION PROGRAMS | Santa Ana, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Boys & Girls Club Of Laguna BeachGENERAL USE - EDUCATION & ENRICHMENT | Laguna Beach, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Hawaii Community FoundationGENERAL USE - ASSIST RESIDENTS AFFECTED BY THE AUGUST 2023 MAUI WILDFIRES | Honolulu, HI | $8K | 2023 |
| New Directions For WomenGENERAL USE - ADDICTION TREATMENT FOR WOMEN | Costa Mesa, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Blue Star RanchGENERAL USE - VETERAN EQUINE-ASSISTED MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAMS | Canyon Country, CA | $8K | 2023 |
| Beyond BlindnessGENERAL USE - EDUCATION FOR VISUALLY-IMPAIRED | Santa Ana, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Childrens Hospital Of Orange CountyGENERAL USE - MEDICAL RESEARCH, PROGRAMS & SVCS | Orange, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Casa TeresaGENERAL USE - ASSIST PREGNANT WOMEN IN CRISIS | Orange, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Make-A-Wish Orange County & Inland EmpireGENERAL USE - GRANT DYING WISHES OF TERMINALLY-ILL CHILDREN | Irvine, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Environmental Nature CenterGENERAL USE - EDUCATION/ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS | Newport Beach, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Segerstrom Center For The Performing ArtsGENERAL USE - DANCE/MUSIC PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES | Costa Mesa, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Laguna Food PantryGENERAL USE - PROVIDE FOOD FOR THE HUNGRY | Laguna Beach, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| San Juan Capistrano Historical SocietyGENERAL USE - HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF SJC MISSION | San Juan Capistrano, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Desert Community FoundationGENERAL USE - SCHOLARSHIP FUND | San Diego, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Irvine Historical SocietyGENERAL USE - HISTORIC PRESERVATION & EDUCATION | Irvine, CA | $5K | 2023 |
| Maui Humane SocietyGENERAL USE - ASSIST ANIMALS AFFECTED BY THE AUGUST 2023 MAUI WILDFIRES | Puunene, HI | $3K | 2023 |
| Patriots And PawsGENERAL USE - HOUSING & THERAPY SUPPORT FOR VETERANS/ACTIVE MILITARY PERSONNEL | Huntington Beach, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| 4 Paws 4 PatriotsGENERAL USE - PROVIDE SERVICE DOGS TO TRAIN WITH/FOR DISABLED VETERANS | Temecula, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| Life Rolls On FoundationGENERAL USE - HELP DISABLED PERSONS' QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH ADAPTIVE SPORTS EXPERIENCES | Los Angeles, CA | $3K | 2023 |
| AmericaresGENERAL USE - UKRAINE WAR REFUGEE RELIEF | Stamford, CT | $10K | 2022 |
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