Linda I Smith Foundation
Only null% goes to programs Strong reserves Growing revenue
Linda I Smith Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization based in Costa Mesa, California, registered in 1998, with $426,259 in FY2024 revenue. CharityIndex grades it C+.
3197 Airport Loop Dr Ste A, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626 EIN 33-0804049 Since 1998
Revenue (FY2024)
$426K
▲ 56.5% vs prior year
Philanthropy median: $168K
Expenses (FY2024)
$278K
Net assets
$2.1M
Employees
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CharityIndex rating
One independent A+ to F grade from four published criteria, each scored separately from IRS filings and combined by weight.
C+
—Program efficiency40% of the ratingNo expense breakdown in filings
Measures how much of every dollar spent actually reaches programs, plus what it costs to raise $100 of donations. The worse of the two measures sets the letter (85%+ to programs is an A; under $15 to raise $100 is an A), averaged over the three most recent filings. Not scored for Linda I Smith Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
B+Financial health25% of the rating92 mo reserves · +35% margin
Measures whether the organization is built to last: how many months its reserves would cover expenses (3+ months earns an A-range score, but hoarding 5+ years of budget is capped) and whether it runs a surplus or a deficit. For Linda I Smith Foundation: 92 mo reserves · +35% margin earns a B+ on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
—Governance25% of the ratingNot reported in this filing type
Checks how the organization is run, from its own Form 990: an independent board majority, a board of five or more, conflict-of-interest, whistleblower and document-retention policies, and independently audited financials. The share of disclosed checks that pass sets the letter. Not scored for Linda I Smith Foundation— this filing type doesn't report it, and the rating simply skips it (never counts it against the organization). See the exact thresholds →
DTransparency10% of the rating1 of 5 disclosure signals
Counts five disclosure signals: a recent filing, a mission statement, program descriptions, a listed website, and the full expense breakdown. More disclosure, better letter. For Linda I Smith Foundation: 1 of 5 disclosure signals earns a D on this criterion. See the exact thresholds →
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Contact & location
- Address
- 3197 Airport Loop Dr Ste A, Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
- City
- Costa Mesa
- State
- California
- Subcategory
- Private Foundations
Financial trends
Revenue grew from $111K (FY2013) to $426K (FY2024) across 12 reported years.
Financial snapshot
Financial health & position (FY2024)
Liabilities $0Net assets $2.1M
Operating margin
34.8%
Revenue exceeded expenses in the latest fiscal year.
Total assets
$2.1M
Total liabilities
$0
Net assets
$2.1M
Financials by year
| Fiscal year | Revenue | Expenses | Net assets | Total assets | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $426,259▲56.5% | $278,120▲3.1% | $2,128,843▲7.5% | $2,128,843▲7.5% | 990PF |
| 2023 | $272,341▲19.0% | $269,638▲5.8% | $1,980,704▲0.1% | $1,980,704▲0.1% | 990PF |
| 2022 | $228,943▲34.2% | $254,873▲5.3% | $1,978,001▼1.3% | $1,978,001▼1.3% | 990PF |
| 2021 | $170,541▲2.9% | $242,141▲12.5% | $2,003,931▼3.4% | $2,003,931▼3.4% | 990PF |
| 2020 | $165,796▼29.2% | $215,250▼6.6% | $2,075,531▼2.3% | $2,075,531▼2.3% | 990PF |
| 2019 | $234,196▼16.5% | $230,507▼4.1% | $2,124,985▲0.2% | $2,124,985▲0.2% | 990PF |
| 2018 | $280,409▲82.1% | $240,397▲6.6% | $2,121,296▲1.9% | $2,121,296▲1.9% | 990PF |
| 2017 | $153,963▼50.3% | $225,474▼0.5% | $2,081,284▼3.3% | $2,081,284▼3.3% | 990PF |
| 2016 | $309,596▲8.6% | $226,526▼1.2% | $2,152,795▲4.0% | $2,152,795▲4.0% | 990PF |
| 2015 | $285,134▼26.8% | $229,177▼5.5% | $2,069,725▲2.8% | $2,069,725▲2.8% | 990PF |
| 2014 | $389,744▲250% | $242,523▲32.1% | $2,013,768▲7.9% | $2,013,768▲7.9% | 990PF |
| 2013 | $111,289 | $183,570▲17.6% | $1,866,547▼3.7% | $1,866,547▼3.7% | 990PF |
| 2012 | — | $156,098 | $1,938,828 | $1,938,828 | 990PF |
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Frequently asked questions
- Is Linda I Smith Foundation a legitimate nonprofit?
- Yes. Linda I Smith Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization registered with the U.S. Internal Revenue Service under EIN 33-0804049, based in Costa Mesa, California. Donations are tax-deductible.
- What is Linda I Smith Foundation's EIN?
- Linda I Smith Foundation's Employer Identification Number (EIN) is 33-0804049.
- How much revenue does Linda I Smith Foundation report?
- Linda I Smith Foundation reported $426,259 in total revenue on its fiscal year 2024 IRS Form 990 filing.
- What financial grade does Linda I Smith Foundation have?
- CharityIndex grades Linda I Smith Foundation C+, based on financial health (reserves and operating margin).
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Data for Linda I Smith Foundation (EIN 33-0804049) comes from the IRS Business Master File and e-filed Form 990 returns, via CharityIndex. Figures reflect what the organization reported to the IRS for each fiscal year.