Margo Simons Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Margo Simons Family Foundation is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $210,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$210,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$4.9 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $127,400 the year before.
44% 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 | $92,600 | 6 | $4.1 million |
| 2024 | $127,400 | 7 | $4.4 million |
| 2025 | $210,000 | 9 | $4.9 million |
How to apply
Margo Simons 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 Margo Simons Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 4 | $115,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $25,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $15,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| St Helena Community Church | General & Unrestricted | $50,000 |
| St Helena Hospital Foundation | Cancer Center | $25,000 |
| The York Land Trust | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| St Helena Beautification Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
| Mayo Clinic | President's Strategic Initiative Op Fd | $25,000 |
| Goodwin Living Foundation | General & Unrestricted | $20,000 |
| Sustainable St Helena Enviiron Alli | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Insight on the Inside | General & Unrestricted | $15,000 |
| Xerces Society | General & Unrestricted | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Margo L Simons
- Elizabeth Emge
Questions people ask
Does Margo Simons Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Margo Simons Family Foundation give?
$210,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs Margo Simons Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margo L Simons (President) and Elizabeth Emge (Secretary).
What does Margo Simons Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and environment and conservation.