The Lester and Sue Smith Foundation
Invitation OnlyHouston, Texas · EIN 27-0040023 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$4M
Organizations funded2
Typical grant$2,000,000
Total assets$203K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000,000 and $2,000,000.
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.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harris County Hosp Dist Foundation | Houston, TX | Health services | $2,000,000 |
| Texas Children's Hospital | Houston, TX | Children's hospital | $2,000,000 |
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Texas Children's Hospital 50000000 From 2018-2033 | Houston, TX | Children's hospital | $34,000,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,000,000 | 3 |
| 2024 | $4,025,000 | 5 |
| 2023 | $5,775,000 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 20, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601109349100415
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-0040023
- Profile updated Nov 10, 2026
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