The Smith-Denison Foundation
Historical FunderBozeman, Montana · EIN 11-2848979 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | S WELLS SMITH |
|---|---|
| Address | 2455 ARABIAN AVE, BOZEMAN MT 59718 |
| Phone | 8025227746 |
| Form and materials | NO SPECIFIC FORM IS REQUIRED |
| Deadlines | NONE |
| Restrictions | NONE |
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
100% of grants went outside Montana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Visiting Nurse and Hospice for Vtnh | White River Junction, VT | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Gibson Center for Senior Services | North Conway, NH | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Upper Saco Valley Land Trust | Conway, NH | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Squam Lakes Natural Science Center | Holderness, NH | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Safeline Inc | Chelsea, VT | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Kingswood Youth Center | Wolfeboro, NH | Charitable | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire Boat Museum | Wolfeboro Falls, NH | Charitable | $5,000 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($20,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $75,000 | 9 |
| 2023 | $65,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Aug 13, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202542259349100319
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 11-2848979
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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