The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family
Preselected recipients only
The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family is a private foundation in Cincinnati, Ohio. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,500 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$97,500
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $45,000 | 8 | $992,796 |
| 2024 | $67,000 | 9 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $97,500 | 13 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family 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 The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 11 | $82,500 |
| Kentucky | 1 | $10,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Beard Council Boy Scouts of America | General operating | $20,000 |
| Dragonfly Foundation | General operating | $18,000 |
| Cincinnatii Children's Hospital | General support | $10,000 |
| Fernside Inc A Center for Grieving Children | General support | $10,000 |
| The Carnegie Visual & Performing Arts Center | General support | $10,000 |
| American Heart Association | General operating | $5,000 |
| Leukemia and Lymphoma Society | General operating | $5,000 |
| Monkey Business Cincinnati Inc | General support | $5,000 |
| Level Up Cincinnati | General support | $5,000 |
| Cet | General operating | $3,000 |
| The Salvation Army | General support | $2,500 |
| Volunteer Lawyers for the Poor | General operating | $2,000 |
| BACK2BACK Ministries | General operating | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- William D Sherman TTEE
Questions people ask
Does The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family give?
$97,500 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family?
Its 2025 filing lists William D Sherman TTEE (Trustee).
What does The Rudolph and Marie Simich Family fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and health.