Free Grants Database for Smith County, Texas Nonprofits

A data-backed guide to grant funding for Smith County's 1,272 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofits, sourced directly from IRS 990-PF filings.

1,272
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Smith County
108
Smith-area foundations
$593.2M
Given to Smith nonprofits since 2016
$131,642
Average grant size

Top Nonprofit Sectors in Smith County

The most common 501(c)(3) categories in Smith County by registered-org count. Click a sector to see grants for that category statewide.

Religion-Related (243) Education (33) Human Services (28)

Largest Foundations in Smith County

Ranked by total assets on most recent IRS 990-PF filing. Click a foundation name to see its full profile.

Foundation Total assets Grants paid
The Caldwell Foundation $141.8M $5K
East Texas Medical Center Foundation $135.4M $7.5M
Ben And Maytee Fisch Foundation $80.6M $2.5M
Sadler Family Foundation $67.2M $2.0M
The Rogers Foundation $64.0M $2.6M

Top Funders Giving to Smith County Nonprofits

Foundations that have given the most dollars to Smith County nonprofits since 2016. A well-fit Smith County nonprofit has elevated odds with these funders.

Funder # grants Total to Smith
Mercy Ships Foundation (Lindale, TX) 5 $177.6M
Mercy Ships International (Lindale, TX) 6 $107.2M
Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund (Boston, MA) 164 $32.6M
National Christian Charitable Foundation (Alpharetta, GA) 94 $27.5M
The Rees-Jones Foundation (Dallas, TX) 6 $22.5M

Notable Smith County Grant Recipients

Top recipients by cumulative dollars received since 2016. Many are hospitals or universities; use this to gauge scale of giving, not as the benchmark for a small nonprofit's realistic ask.

Recipient # grants Total received
Mercy Ships 823 $257.9M
Mercy Ships Foundation 78 $125.7M
Regional East Texas Food Bank 144 $24.9M
Pine Cove Inc 81 $21.1M
Mother Frances Hospital Regional Health Care Center 20 $15.5M

Frequently Asked Questions

What grants are available for nonprofits in Smith County?
Nonprofits in Smith County can apply for grants from 108 area-based private foundations plus hundreds of statewide Texas funders and national foundations with a history of giving to Smith County. Since 2016, Smith County nonprofits have received 4,506 grants totaling $593.2M, per IRS Form 990-PF filings.
Who are the top funders giving to Smith County nonprofits?
The top five funders by total dollars given to Smith County: Mercy Ships Foundation, Mercy Ships International, Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund, National Christian Charitable Foundation, The Rees-Jones Foundation. See their full profiles via the table above.
What is the average grant size for Smith County nonprofits?
The average grant awarded to a Smith County nonprofit is $131,642, based on 4,506 historical grants. Individual awards range from small community program grants under $5,000 to multi-million-dollar institutional grants. For a small-to-mid-size nonprofit, the realistic request range is typically $5,000 to $75,000.
How do I find grants my Smith County nonprofit qualifies for?
GrantDrop matches your 501(c)(3) against every relevant grant from Smith-area foundations, statewide Texas funders, and national funders with a track record of giving to Smith County. Enter your EIN, confirm your mission and focus area, and see a ranked list in minutes. Start free.

Related Smith County Funding Resources

All Texas Funders
Statewide Texas foundation directory
Religion-Related Grants in Texas
Top sector in Smith County with 243 nonprofits
Education Grants in Texas
Top sector in Smith County with 33 nonprofits
Human Services Grants in Texas
Top sector in Smith County with 28 nonprofits

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