Smaby Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyMarcell, Minnesota · EIN 41-1876913 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$106K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$6,000
Total assets$2.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $12,500.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
60% of grants went outside Minnesota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $30,000 |
| St Olaf College | Northfield, MN | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $25,000 |
| Science Museum of Minnesota | St Paul, MN | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $12,500 |
| Norway House | Minneapolis, MN | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Palm Springs AIDS Memorial | Palm Springs, CA | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $10,000 |
| Rancho Mirage Library | Rancho Mirage, CA | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Augustana Peace Scholar | Sioux Falls, SD | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $6,000 |
| Palm Springs International Film Society | Palm Springs, CA | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $5,000 |
| Palm Springs Cultural Center | Palm Springs, CA | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $1,200 |
| Senior Advocates of the Desert | Cathedral City, CA | To provide support for a public charitable organization | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $106,200 | 10 |
| 2024 | $112,200 | 12 |
| 2023 | $102,550 | 14 |
| 2022 | $114,700 | 14 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202632589349101318
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 41-1876913
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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