Buck and Evelyn Waid Trust for Academic Excellence
Invitation OnlyFort Smith, Arkansas · EIN 47-2361904 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$2.8M
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$100,000
Total assets$157K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $2,690,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Arkansas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| UAFS Foundation | Fort Smith, AR | Donation | $2,690,000 |
| Fort Smith Boys & Girls Club | Fort Smith, AR | Donation | $100,000 |
| South Sebastian County Boys & Girls Club | Greenwood, AR | Donation | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,800,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $90,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $90,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 3, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611549349100756
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 47-2361904
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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