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Jay L Smith Family Foundation

EIN 46-1536434 · CO · NTEE T22

Health funderHealth funders in ColoradoAll Colorado foundations
Invitation only Typical grant ~$11.5K Funds in AL, CO, CA +2
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Giving Profile

In 2025, Jay L Smith Family Foundation based in CO paid 18 grants totaling $275K to 18 organizations across 5 states. Individual grants ranged from $10K to $35K, with a median of $11.5K. Its largest recipients included BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY ENDOWMENT FUND, GLENNER MEMORY CARE, and ROCKY MOUNTAIN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE CENTER. The foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — giving is by invitation only.

Foundation at a Glance

Total assets
$4,200,799
Giving (latest yr)
$275,000
Filing year
2025
Itemized grants
18
Median grant
$11.5K
Recipients
18
States reached
5
Officers/trustees
4
Unsolicited applications
No — invitation only

Where the Money Goes

Top recipients

  • Brigham Young University Endowment Fund$35,000
  • Glenner Memory Care$35,000
  • Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Disease Center$35,000
  • Montgomery Bicycle Club$15,000
  • Cancer Wellness Foundation of Central AL$13,000

Where grants went

  • Alabama$121,000 · 11 grants
  • Colorado$58,000 · 3 grants
  • California$48,000 · 2 grants
  • Utah$35,000 · 1 grant
  • Florida$13,000 · 1 grant

Grants Paid (18)

Glenner Memory Care
Chula Vista, CA
Provides Services to Individuals With Dementia and Also Provides Respite Care for Family Members Who Are Caretakers for Individuals With Dementia.
$35,000
Brigham Young University Endowment Fund
Provo, UT
Funds Scholarships for Students Attending Byu.
$35,000
Rocky Mountain Alzheimer's Disease Center
Aurora, CO
Funds for the Center That Is the Regional Headquarters for the Clinical Care for and Research Into Alzheimer's.
$35,000
Montgomery Bicycle Club
Montgomery, AL
Support a Fundraising Event Called the Glassner Autumn Challenge. the Montgomery Bicycle Club Promotes Recreational and Competitive Cycling IN the Central AL Area, and Seeks to Increase Bicycle Safety and Awareness.
$15,000
Respite for All Foundation (Raf)
Montgomery, AL
Provides Services Such As Day Care, Socialization, and Respite Support for Caregivers and Individuals Suffering From Dementia IN the Community. It Will Aldo Assist Respite Ministries to Continue to Pursue a Larger Facility to Serve More People.
$13,000
Ride Above Disability
Poway, CA
Funds to Benefit Students and Horses at a Therapeutic Horse-riding Faciity Whose Goal Is to Enhance Physical, Emotional, Social, Cognitive, Behavioral and Educational Skills for People With Special Needs.
$13,000
Cancer Wellness Foundation of Central AL
Montgomery, AL
Assistance With Medication, Transportation, Support, Medical Care, Etc. to People Suffering From Cancer IN the Central Alabama Region.
$13,000
Fallen Officers Fund of Douglas County
Castle Rock, CO
Assistance to Douglas County Sheriff's Office Members Who Are Killed OR Seriously Injured IN the Line of Duty OR Who Become Deceased As a Result of Illness Accident, Injury, OR Natural Causes Not Related to Any Performance on Duty.
$13,000
Nch Healthcare Foundation
Naples, FL
Assistance for Several Programs for Underinsured Alzheimer's Patients and Their Caregivers.
$13,000
Bill Myers Backpack Program
Alexander City, AL
Provide Lunches and Meals for Low Income Children IN the County.
$10,000
The University of Alabama Endowment Fund
Tuscaloosa, AL
Assistance for Researching the Cause and Cure of Alzheimer's Disease.
$10,000
Ronald Mcdonald House
Birmingham, AL
Provide Housing for Families That Have a Child Suffering From a Severe Medical Condition. It Allows Them to Stay IN Housing by the Hospital While the Children Get the Medical Attention.
$10,000

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FAQFrequently Asked Questions

No. Jay L Smith Family Foundation does not accept unsolicited applications — its grantmaking is by invitation only. Cultivating a relationship or securing an introduction is typically required.

Jay L Smith Family Foundation is classified as a Health funder. Hospitals, medical research, disease & disorder programs, and mental health. Its recent grants reached organizations across 5 states.

In its most recent filing, Jay L Smith Family Foundation reported 18 itemized grants totaling $275K. Individual grants ranged from $10K to $35K (median $11.5K).

Recent recipients include BRIGHAM YOUNG UNIVERSITY ENDOWMENT FUND, GLENNER MEMORY CARE, ROCKY MOUNTAIN ALZHEIMER'S DISEASE CENTER, among 18 organizations in total. The full grant list is on this page.

Jay L Smith Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Colorado, per its IRS 990-PF filing.

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