Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Miami, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.5 million in 12 grants; the typical grant was $6,800 and the largest $2.4 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$2.5 million
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$6,800
- Largest grant$2.4 million
- Assets$22.9 million
- New grantees67%
Giving in 2024 was up from $1.3 million the year before.
67% 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 | $1.3 million | 27 | $22.3 million |
| 2024 | $2.5 million | 12 | $22.9 million |
How to apply
Leon J Simkins Charitable 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 Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 1 | $2.4 million |
| Florida | 6 | $45,500 |
| New York | 3 | $21,029 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walker Art Center | Charitable | $2.4 million |
| Hermanos de la Calle | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Chabad House on Wheels | Charitable | $10,400 |
| The Metropolitan Museum of Art | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Madison Square Park Conservancy | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Temple Beth Sholom | Charitable | $8,600 |
| Subtropical Affairs Inc | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Greater Mercy Missionary Baptist Church | Charitable | $4,000 |
| The Eileen Youtie Foundation | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Matthew Marks Gallery | Charitable | $1,029 |
| Mother of God Chaldean Catholic Church | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Bike to the Beach Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Albert Simkins
- Michelle Simkins Rubell
- David Simkins
- Michael Simkins
- Ronald Simkins
Questions people ask
Does Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation give?
$2.5 million in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $6,800.
Who runs Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Albert Simkins (Co-Trustee), Michelle Simkins Rubell (Co-Trustee), David Simkins (Co-Trustee) and Michael Simkins (Co-Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Leon J Simkins Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and faith communities.