The SimBio Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The SimBio Foundation is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,254 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $6,000 and the largest $9,754. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,254
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$6,000
- Largest grant$9,754
- Assets$484,766
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,986 the year before.
67% of its 2025 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 | $21,000 | 4 | $407,379 |
| 2024 | $15,986 | 4 | $434,707 |
| 2025 | $18,254 | 3 | $484,766 |
How to apply
The SimBio 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 SimBio Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 1 | $9,754 |
| Florida | 1 | $6,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State University | Wrapped in plastic: Developing modules to infuse phenotypic plasticity into introductory biology courses | $9,754 |
| University of Florida | Bridging the Gap: A comparative Study of Technical Microbiology Lab Skills in Online and Face-to-Face Students at a two-year Institution | $6,000 |
| Society for the Advancement of Biology Education R | General & Unrestricted | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Eli Meir
Questions people ask
Does The SimBio Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The SimBio Foundation give?
$18,254 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $6,000.
Who runs The SimBio Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Eli Meir (Dir, Pres, Sec, Treas).
What does The SimBio Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.