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Robert and Dana Smith Charitable

Newton, Massachusetts  ·  EIN 223850789  ·  Private foundation

Robert and Dana Smith Charitable is a Massachusetts-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $1.1M in annual giving against $4.0M in assets. This page documents the 34 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Robert and Dana Smith Charitable — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$1.1M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$4.0M
Total assets
34
Grants tracked
2025
Most recent grant

What Robert and Dana Smith Charitable funds

Robert and Dana Smith Charitable's giving carries a documented focus on education, health care.

EducationHealth Care

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Robert and Dana Smith Charitable, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
President and Fellows of Harvad College
EDUCATIONAL
Cambridge, MA$475K2022
Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
GENERAL WELFARE
Boston, MA$454K2025
Pan Massachusetts Challenge
GENERAL WELFARE
Needham, MA$350K2025
Boston Childrens Hospital
MEDICAL
Boston, MA$325K2022
Boys and Girls Club of Boston Inc
GENERAL WELFARE
Boston, MA$300K2020
Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
GENERAL WELFARE
Boston, MA$280K2023
Pan Massachusetts Challenge
GENERAL WELFARE
Needham, MA$250K2023
Pan Massachusetts Challenge
GENERAL WELFARE
Needham, MA$250K2024
Boston Childrens Hospital
MEDICAL
Boston, MA$250K2020
Boston Childrens Hospital
MEDICAL
Boston, MA$250K2025
Pan Massachusets Challenge
GENERAL WELFARE
Needham, MA$250K2020
Pan Massachusetts Challenge
GENERAL WELFARE
Needham, MA$250K2022
Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston
GENERAL WELFARE
Boston, MA$200K2022
Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution
EDUCATIONAL
Massachusetts, MA$150K2025
Noble and Greenough School
EDUCATION
Dedham, MA$150K2020

Robert and Dana Smith Charitable giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$1.1M
2022$1.4M
2023$930K
2024$678K
2025$1.3M

How to apply for funding from Robert and Dana Smith Charitable

Robert and Dana 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 Robert and Dana Smith Charitable

Does Robert and Dana Smith Charitable accept grant applications?
Robert and Dana 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 Robert and Dana Smith Charitable fund?
Robert and Dana Smith Charitable's grants focus on education. Recent recipients include President and Fellows of Harvad College, Boys and Girls Clubs of Boston, Pan Massachusetts Challenge. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Robert and Dana Smith Charitable give in grants?
Robert and Dana Smith Charitable reported $1.1M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $5.4M over 34 grants.
Where is Robert and Dana Smith Charitable located?
Robert and Dana Smith Charitable is based in Newton, Massachusetts. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 223850789.
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About this profile. This page is built from Robert and Dana 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 Robert and Dana Smith Charitable. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.