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New Grant Process and Brand for Smith Vicars Family Foundation | July 2025

Philanthropist Stuart P. Smith builds on the legacy of his family’s charitable giving – totaling more than $170 million to date – through the Smith Vicars Family Foundation. The Foundation advances innovation in Virginia, with a special focus on the Central and Southwest areas of the Commonwealth.

Through a new invitation-only grant process, the Foundation awards funding to special initiatives aligned with the priorities of: providing access to the arts; meeting health and human resource needs; enhancing education and life skills; preserving history; embracing civil engagement and discourse; and addressing other critical issues. Grants awarded range in size based on demonstrated need and anticipated impact.

“Nonprofits who are innovating play a critical role in bettering the lives of Virginians, and we are excited to continue our support of these organizations and initiatives through the Smith Vicars Family Foundation.” said Smith. “We are keenly interested in advancing thoughtful programming, access, and tools intended to benefit communities in unique ways.”

Launching alongside the new application process for grants is a Smith Vicars Family Foundation logo and website – defining the Foundation’s brand and contributing to the outreach and visibility of its significant philanthropic investments.