The Kelvin and Eleanor Smith Foundation is a private family Foundation that makes grants to non-profit, charitable organizations in Cleveland. It aims to support non-profit organizations that adhere to excellence in their missions, creativity in approach, fiscal responsibility, and dynamic leadership in their service to the community, which ultimately makes a positive impact for the citizens of Cleveland.
The grant program focuses on a wide range of areas including Arts & Culture, Economic Development, Education, Environment, and Health & Human Services, as well as Jobs/Talent/Skills development. It offers various types of support such as general operating expenses, annual funds, and capital campaigns, in addition to specific projects that align with the Foundation's guidelines. Organizations in the Cleveland area are primarily considered for these grants.