Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation is a private foundation in Palm Beacch, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $884,255 in 43 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $255,000. 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$884,255
- Number of grants43
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$255,000
- Assets$3.6 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $627,500 the year before.
44% 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 | $627,500 | 36 | $3.8 million |
| 2024 | $884,255 | 43 | $3.6 million |
How to apply
Julie and Brian Simmons 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 Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 17 | $529,000 |
| Illinois | 9 | $196,000 |
| Massachusetts | 7 | $56,500 |
| Utah | 1 | $55,500 |
| New York | 4 | $24,457 |
| Maine | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Kansas | 1 | $1,298 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Cox Science Center and Aquarium | Annual gift - general fund | $255,000 |
| Chicago Public Education Fund | Annual gift - general fund | $100,000 |
| Preservation of Palm Beach | Annual gift - general fund | $75,000 |
| US Ski & Snowboard Association | Annual gift - general fund | $55,500 |
| Ransom Everglades School | Annual gift - general fund | $50,000 |
| Glades Academy Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Norton Museum of Art | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Nantucket Community Sailing Inc | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Everglades Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Society of the Four Arts | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Teach for America | Annual gift - general fund | $25,000 |
| Lincoln Park Zoo | Annual gift - general fund | $18,500 |
| Greenhouse Sports | Annual gift - general fund | $10,257 |
| Chicago Cares | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| City Year Chicago | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Greater Chicago Food Depository | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Leeds Endowment | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Kieve Wavus Educational Fund | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Nantucket Golf Club Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| St Chrysostoms Day School | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Pan Mass Challenge | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Prep for Prep | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Sewickley Academy | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| Start Early | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| The Lords Place | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| West Palm Golf Comm Trust | Annual gift - general fund | $10,000 |
| First Serve Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $5,000 |
| Promise Fund | Annual gift - general fund | $5,000 |
| Nantucket Conservation Foundation Inc | Annual gift - general fund | $5,000 |
| Sconset Trust | Annual gift - general fund | $5,000 |
| Bath & Tennis Club Historic Building Preservation Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $2,500 |
| Historical Society of Palm Beach | Annual gift - general fund | $2,500 |
| Max McGraw Wildlife Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $2,500 |
| Palm Beach Civic Association | Annual gift - general fund | $2,500 |
| Ussga Memorial Fund | Annual gift - general fund | $2,500 |
| Coalition for Fairness in Soho | Anuual gift - general fund | $1,700 |
| Animals Asia | General contribution | $1,298 |
| Chi Psi Educational Trust | Annual gift - general fund | $1,000 |
| Peggy Adams Animal Rescue League | Annual gift - general fund | $1,000 |
| Nantucket Yacht Club Foundation | Annual gift - general fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Brian P Simmons
- Julie D Simmons
- Paige P Walsh
Questions people ask
Does Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation give?
$884,255 in tax year 2024, across 43 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Brian P Simmons (President), Julie D Simmons (V.p/ Secretary) and Paige P Walsh (Asst. Treasurer).
What does Julie and Brian Simmons Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals, education and arts and culture.