Simms Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simms Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2024 it gave $45,852 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $22,738. 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$45,852
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$22,738
- Assets$322,532
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was up from $40,868 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $40,868 | 21 | $301,152 |
| 2024 | $45,852 | 17 | $322,532 |
How to apply
Simms 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 Simms Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 10 | $31,852 |
| Texas | 1 | $10,000 |
| California | 2 | $1,000 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| Indiana | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Vegas PBS CH 10 | Public education television | $22,738 |
| Methodist Hospital Foundation | Cancer research | $10,000 |
| Nathan Adelson Hospice Foundation | End of life care | $2,000 |
| Wagging Tails Rescue | Rescue of animals | $2,000 |
| Animal Foundation | Save animals from euthanasia | $1,114 |
| Keep Memory Alive | Raise awareness for brain disorders | $1,000 |
| Spohnc | Provide funds for head & neck cancer | $1,000 |
| St Jude's Research Hospital | Pediatric research center | $1,000 |
| You Gotta Love Them | Animal and bird rescue | $1,000 |
| A Home 4 Spot | Dog rescue | $500 |
| Bugles Across America | Buglers for veteran | $500 |
| Camp Ronald McDonald for the Good T | Support children with cancer | $500 |
| Preborn | Support life-affirming pregnancy cli | $500 |
| Hearts Alive Village Horse Rescue | Horse rescue | $500 |
| Vegas Stronger | Drug & alcohol support & counselling | $500 |
| Hero School | Train homeless | $500 |
| Beagles and Buddies | Dog rescue | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas E Simms
- Elaine Krause
- Karen Lasiter
Questions people ask
Does Simms Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simms Foundation give?
$45,852 in tax year 2024, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Simms Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas E Simms (President), Elaine Krause (Director/Sec) and Karen Lasiter (Director).
What does Simms Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, health and science and research.