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The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation

Cleveland, Ohio  ·  EIN 346555349  ·  Private foundation

The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation is a Ohio-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $6.7M in annual giving against $139.5M in assets. This page documents the 340 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$6.7M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$139.5M
Total assets
340
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation funds

The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on arts & culture, environment & conservation, mental health.

Arts & CultureEnvironment & ConservationMental Health

Populations it has supported include women girls.

women girls

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The Cleveland Museum of Art
DECORATIVE ARTS CURATOR, SPECIAL EXHIBITS, GEN'L SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$3.0M2023
Greater Cleveland Food Bank
NEW COMMUNITY KITCHEN-COIT RD.
Cleveland, OH$2.0M2022
The Cleveland Museum of Art
CHAIR'S CHALLENGE
Cleveland, OH$2.0M2024
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
MUSEUM 2.0 EXPANSION PROJECT
Cleveland, OH$1.3M2023
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
ROCK HALL EXPANSION PROJECT
Cleveland, OH$1.2M2022
Musical Arts Association
"WE BELIEVE" CAMPAIGN-MUSIC DIRECTOR
Cleveland, OH$1.2M2023
Musical Arts Association
"WE BELIEVE" CAMPAIGN&GEN'L OP.SUPP.
Cleveland, OH$1.2M2024
University Hospitals
UH EXPRESSIVE THERAPY PROGRAM
Shaker Hts, OH$1.0M2024
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
CAPITAL SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$1.0M2024
The Cleveland Museum of Art
DECORATIVE ARTS CURATOR, SPECIAL EXHIBITS, GEN'L SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$1.0M2024
The Cleveland Museum of Art
DOAN BROOK WEST CAMPUS PROJECT - 2ND INSTALLMENT
Cleveland, OH$1.0M2020
Cleveland Museum of Natural History
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$1.0M2023
University Hospitals
UH EXPRESSIVE THERAPY PROGRAM
Shaker Hts, OH$1.0M2023
Case Western Reserve University
THE SMITH FAMILY - BARBARA R. SNYDER DISTINGUISHED SCHOLARSHIP FUND
Cleveland, OH$750K2020
Hospice of the Western Reserve
GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT
Cleveland, OH$530K2024

The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$6.7M
2022$6.3M
2023$9.7M
2024$9.3M

How to apply for funding from The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation

The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation'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. You can review the foundation directly at kesmithfoundation.org.

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Frequently asked questions about The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation

Does The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation accept grant applications?
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation'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 The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation fund?
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation's grants focus on arts & culture. Recent recipients include The Cleveland Museum of Art, Greater Cleveland Food Bank, The Cleveland Museum of Art. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation give in grants?
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation reported $6.7M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $32.1M over 340 grants.
Where is The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation located?
The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation is based in Cleveland, Ohio. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 346555349.
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About this profile. This page is built from The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation'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 The Kelvin & Eleanor Smith Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.