The Trust does not require or seek publicity of its financial contributions. While anonymity is not necessary, we ask that you kindly adhere to the Trust's guidelines should you choose to publicly acknowledge a grant from the Trust.
- When naming the Trust, list it as the May & Stanley Smith Charitable Trust.
- The Trust may be included in a list of donors in your newsletters, annual reports, requests to other foundations, and on your website. Prior approval is not required.
- If you'd like to use the Trust's logo in an approved print or digital acknowledgement, please contact the Director of Grants Management at dgaff@smithct.org or 415-332-0166 for more information.
- With prior approval only, the Trust may be named in other publications; however, it should not be the only or the most prominent funder named.
- With prior approval only, the Trust may be listed on donor walls or plaques that include the names of other funders.
- With prior approval only, the Trust may be named in press releases and programs.
- The Trust’s name should not be placed on vehicles, banners, or buildings.
- The Trust should not be named in advertisements or event invitations.
- The Trust’s grant should not be announced on social media such as Facebook or Twitter.
- The Trust does not accept recognition through honorary celebrations or dinners, and does not accept awards from grantees.
For all matters requiring prior approval, or if you wish to acknowledge a Trust grant in a manner not described above, please contact the Director of Grants Management at dgaff@smithct.org or 415-332-0166.