The Wilson L Smith Foundation the Smith Foundation Friends of Rowan
Invitation OnlySalisbury, North Carolina · EIN 56-1658247 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.5M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$13,670
Total assets$32.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $500,000.
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 North Carolina.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Nc Education Foundation | Chapel Hill, NC | General fund | $1,000,000 |
| University Nc Education Foundation | Chapel Hill, NC | General fund | $500,000 |
| Friends of Rowan | Salisbury, NC | General fund | $13,670 |
| Faithful Friends Animal Sanctuary | Salisbury, NC | General fund | $1,000 |
| Dental Foundation of Nc | Cary, NC | General fund | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,515,670 | 5 |
| 2024 | $1,239,400 | 2 |
| 2023 | $2,523,188 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 6, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202642189349100004
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 56-1658247
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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