The Simmsmann Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Simmsmann Family Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly Hills, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.1 million in 53 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $1.4 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.1 million
- Number of grants53
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$1.4 million
- Assets$71.3 million
- New grantees62%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.2 million the year before.
62% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.2 million | 19 | $81.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.1 million | 53 | $71.3 million |
How to apply
The Simmsmann Family Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Simmsmann Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 49 | $3.1 million |
| New York | 3 | $57,200 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The UCLA Foundation | Medical | $1.4 million |
| Academy Foundation | Educational | $1.0 million |
| Organization for Social Media Safety | Civic | $140,000 |
| The Milken Institute | Civic | $45,000 |
| Windward School | Educational | $25,005 |
| De Toledo High School | Educational | $25,000 |
| End Well Foundation | Educational | $25,000 |
| Music Associates of Aspen Inc | Educational | $25,000 |
| America-Israel Cultural Foundation Inc | Educational | $20,400 |
| American Friends of the Israel Museum | Educational | $18,800 |
| American Friends of Israel Philharmonic Orchestra Inc | Civic | $18,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
| Individual | Recognition of achievement in the field of nursing | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Victoria Mann Simms
- Ronald A Simms
- Josh Simms
Questions people ask
Does The Simmsmann Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Simmsmann Family Foundation give?
$2.1 million in tax year 2024, across 53 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs The Simmsmann Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Victoria Mann Simms (President/Director), Ronald A Simms (Vice-President/Treasurer) and Josh Simms (Secretary/Director).
What does The Simmsmann Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and community development.