R E Smith Foundation
Historical FunderHouston, Texas · EIN 46-2187040 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $15,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | RE SMITH FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 1900 WEST LOOP SOUTH STE 1050, HOUSTON TX 77027 |
| Phone | 7136228611 |
| Form and materials | ALTHOUGH NO SPECIFIC FORM IS REQUIRED, APPLICATIONS MUST SPECIFY PURPOSE AND INCLUDE PROOF THAT THEY ARE QUALIFYING SECTION 509(A)(1), (2), OR (3) ORGANIZATIONS. |
| Deadlines | GENERALLY ALL GRANT REQUESTS SHOULD BE SUBMITTED BY OCTOBER 25TH TO BE CONSIDERED. |
| Restrictions | THE FOUNDATION DOES NOT MAKE GRANTS TO INDIVIDUALS. ALL RECIPIENTS MUST BE QUALIFYING SECTION 509(A)(1), (2), OR (3) ORGANIZATIONS. THERE ARE NO RESTRICTIONS TO GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS OR CHARITABLE FIELDS. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
6% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houston Pet Set | Houston, TX | General support | $75,000 |
| Texas A&m Foundation | College Station, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| The Salvation Army | Houston, TX | General support | $20,000 |
| Be a Champion Inc | Houston, TX | General support | $15,500 |
| Communities in Schools | Arlington, VA | General support | $15,000 |
| Reva's Petting Zoo | Missouri City, TX | General support | $15,000 |
| Texas Childrens Hospital | Houston, TX | General support | $15,000 |
| Greater Houston Community Foundation | Houston, TX | General support | $15,000 |
| The Spring Branch Education Foundation | Houston, TX | General support | $11,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Chinquapin Prepatory School | Highlands, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Dec My Room Inc | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Episcopal High School | Bellaire, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Mental Health America of Greater Houston | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Post Oak Club | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Presbyterian School | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| The Houston Zoo | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| The Joy School | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| The Museum of Fine Arts Houston | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation | Dallas, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country | Kerrville, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Houston Children's Charity | Houston, TX | General support | $10,000 |
| Citizens for Animal Protection | Houston, TX | General support | $8,750 |
| Houston Humane Society | Houston, TX | General support | $8,750 |
| World Central Kitchen | Washington, DC | General support | $8,500 |
| Easter Seals Greater Houston | Houston, TX | General support | $7,250 |
| The Orange Show Center for Visionary Art | Houston, TX | General support | $7,250 |
| Kerrville Pets Alive | Kerrville, TX | General support | $5,000 |
| Tirr Foundation | Houston, TX | General support | $3,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $380,000 | 29 |
| 2024 | $337,000 | 30 |
| 2023 | $365,000 | 28 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 1, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620919349100012
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-2187040
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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