Lester and Bernice Smith Foundation
Grantmaking foundation in Bellevue, Washington · EIN 91-1156087
- Grants itemized on the 990
- $240KTax year 2025
- Grants made
- 16Tax year 2025
- Total assets
- $3.1MLatest reported
- Latest IRS filing
- 2025Form 990 / 990-PF
Mission
THE LESTER AND BERNICE SMITH FOUNDATION PROVIDES SUPPORT TO OTHER QUALIFIED 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION ALLOWING THEM TO CARRY OUT THEIR CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES. ORGANIZATIONS SERVED = 20
Giving by year
Totals by tax year, rounded to two significant figures. Years without a reported total show the sum of grants itemized on the filing.
Top recipients
| Recipient | Amount | Tax year |
|---|---|---|
| Ovarian Cancer Research Alliance | $50K | 2025 |
| Hawaii State Junior Golf Association | $27K | 2025 |
| San Juan Island Museum of Art | $25K | 2025 |
| The Cuyamungue Institute | $25K | 2025 |
| Holy Names Academy Foundation | $15K | 2025 |
Amounts are rounded. The full grantee list (16 grants in 2025) is available with a free account.
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Source: IRS Form 990 and 990-PF filings, tax year 2025. Also see this organization on ProPublica Nonprofit Explorer.