Simmons Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simmons Family Foundation is a private foundation in Jupiter, Florida. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 25 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $917,533. 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$2.6 million
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$917,533
- Assets$24.2 million
- New grantees40%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
40% 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 | $2.1 million | 21 | $23.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 25 | $24.2 million |
How to apply
Simmons 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 Simmons Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Alabama.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Alabama | 2 | $927,533 |
| West Virginia | 1 | $600,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $415,000 |
| New York | 3 | $258,200 |
| North Carolina | 5 | $175,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $97,400 |
| Oklahoma | 1 | $50,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 7 | $34,966 |
| California | 2 | $15,515 |
Grants paid in 2024
Officers and trustees
- David S Simmons
- Melissa B Simmons
Questions people ask
Does Simmons Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simmons Family Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Simmons Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists David S Simmons (Trustee) and Melissa B Simmons (Trustee).
What does Simmons Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, education and food and hunger.