AI Summary
The Barbara Smith Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that has disbursed a total of $9.3 million across four grantees since its inception in 2016. This funder operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
VANGUARD CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT PROGRAM
$8.8M
81%
SMITH FARM LTD
$2M
19%
COMMONWEAL
$15K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$257.5K
Median 2nd year grant
$251.4K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to BARBARA SMITH FUND?
No. BARBARA SMITH FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does BARBARA SMITH FUND give?
BARBARA SMITH FUND primarily gives to organizations located in Pennsylvania, District Of Columbia, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are BARBARA SMITH FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from BARBARA SMITH FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $258 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does BARBARA SMITH FUND make each year?
In 2016, BARBARA SMITH FUND awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $9.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did BARBARA SMITH FUND fund recently?
In 2016, BARBARA SMITH FUND awarded grants to about 4 grantees. Recent grantees include VANGUARD CHARITABLE ENDOWMENT PROGRAM, SMITH FARM LTD, and COMMONWEAL. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to BARBARA SMITH FUND?
BARBARA SMITH FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.