Private Foundation · AZ · Private Independent Foundations
The Lester And Roberta Smith Foundation
Tucson, AZ · EIN 860986636 · Website (ProPublica) ↗ · 990s on ProPublica ↗
Assets
$2.6M
Total Giving
$419K
Grants on File
27
Average Grant
$16K
Giving Radius
Where The Lester And Roberta Smith Foundation Has Given
Section I
How to Apply
Request for grant should include materials on how grant would improve the school dropout rate and reduce teen pregnancy rate in Arizona.
On Unsolicited Proposals yes
Restrictions
Provide funding for service and education programs that help to create a positive environment and enrich the quality of life for children and youth in Southern Arizona.
Section IV
Recent Grants
| Recipient | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $10K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $12K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $12K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $22K | 2021 |
| Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $10K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $10K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $20K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $6K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $21K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $20K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $15K | 2022 |
| Tucson, AZ | $30K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $30K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $22K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $20K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $5K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $25K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $11K | 2023 |
| Tucson, AZ | $22K | 2024 |
| Tucson, AZ | $25K | 2024 |
| Tucson, AZ | $15K | 2024 |
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Section VI
Filing History
Year-by-year financial summary from IRS 990-PF filings. Total assets and qualifying distributions show the foundation's growth and giving trajectory.
| Year | Total Assets | Qualifying Distributions | Total Revenue | Total Expenses |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2.5M | $4K | $171K | $136K |
| 2023 | $2.5M | $147K | $256K | $189K |
| 2022 | $2.4M | $162K | $340K | $148K |
| 2021 | $2.3M | $150K | $49K | $102K |
| 2020 | $2.3M | $135K | $58K | $133K |
| 2016 | $2.5M | $122K | $58K | $90K |
| 2015 | $2.5M | $122K | $150K | $135K |
| 2014 | $2.5M | $136K | $112K | $122K |
| 2013 | $2.5M | $134K | $86K | $132K |
| 2012 | $2.6M | $101K | $2.6M | $35K |
Section VII
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