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Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable

Dallas, Texas  ·  EIN 756314114  ·  Private foundation

Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable is a Texas-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $785K in annual giving against $19.5M in assets. This page documents the 133 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$785K
Annual giving (FY2021)
$19.5M
Total assets
133
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable funds

Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable's giving carries a documented focus on adult education, arts & culture, arts education, education, food & agriculture, and related causes.

Adult EducationArts & CultureArts EducationEducationFood & AgricultureHealth CareHigher EducationLibraries & LiteracyMental HealthYouth Development

Populations it has supported include children, families, low-income communities.

childrenfamilieslow-income communities

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
Denison Isd
SMITH AUDITORIUM AT NEW
Denison, TX$200K2018
Texoma Family Shelter
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL
Denison, TX$200K2025
University of Texas Foundation
SOCIAL WORK INTERNSHIP FOR
Austin, TX$168K2024
Junior League of Grayson County
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL
Denison, TX$160K2025
Denison Independent School District
SUPPORT FINE ARTS
Denison, TX$150K2024
Austin College
HEALTH CAMPUS RENOVATIONS
Sherman, TX$150K2023
Denison Independent School District
SUPPORT FINE ARTS
Denison, TX$150K2023
Austin College
HEALTH CAMPUS RENOVATIONS
Sherman, TX$100K2024
Tri County Senior Nutrition Project
HOME DELIVERED MEAL PROGRAM
Denison, TX$100K2024
Friends of Texas Historical Commission
EISENHOWER BIRTHPLACE STATE
Austin, TX$100K2021
Texoma Family Shelter
BUILDING RENOVATION;
Denison, TX$85K2024
Tri County Senior Nutrition Project
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL
Denison, TX$75K2025
Child & Family Guidance Center of Texoma
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL
Sherman, TX$75K2025
City of Denison
FAIRVIEW-MAPLE GRVE
Denison, TX$75K2023
Child & Family Guidance Center
UNRESTRICTED GENERAL
Sherman, TX$75K2023

Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2018$522K
2019$279K
2021$785K
2023$1.0M
2024$1.1M
2025$904K

How to apply for funding from Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable

Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable

Does Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable accept grant applications?
Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable fund?
Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable's grants focus on adult education. Recent recipients include Denison Isd, Texoma Family Shelter, University of Texas Foundation. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable give in grants?
Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable reported $785K in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $4.5M over 133 grants.
Where is Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable located?
Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable is based in Dallas, Texas. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 756314114.
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About this profile. This page is built from Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Clara B & W Aubrey Smith Charitable. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.