Simpson Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Simpson Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Avinger, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $180,200 in 45 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $30,000. 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$180,200
- Number of grants45
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$816,721
- New grantees3%
Giving in 2025 was down from $197,900 the year before.
3% of its 2025 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 | $216,950 | 49 | $990,095 |
| 2024 | $197,900 | 47 | $879,947 |
| 2025 | $180,200 | 45 | $816,721 |
How to apply
Simpson Charitable Trust 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 Simpson Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 19 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 25 | $109,700 |
| Georgia | 1 | $7,000 |
| Louisiana | 1 | $7,000 |
| Colorado | 2 | $6,000 |
| California | 1 | $6,000 |
| Missouri | 1 | $6,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $6,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $6,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $5,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Christian ministry education support | $30,000 |
| Letourneau University | Center for faith and work | $9,000 |
| Crown Financial Ministries | Christian financial mission support | $7,000 |
| Joni and Friends | Christian ministry support for disabled | $7,000 |
| Passion for the Poor Int'l | Support impoverished woman/children in e asia | $7,000 |
| Individual | Christian ministries | $7,000 |
| Gospel Lake Ministries | Christian evangilism | $7,000 |
| Friends of Israel | Ministry support | $6,000 |
| Jews for Jesus | Christian ministry support | $6,000 |
| Individual | Overseas christian missions support | $6,000 |
| Avant Ministries | Overseas christian mission support | $6,000 |
| Individual | General fund | $6,000 |
| Individual | Overseas christian missionary work | $5,000 |
| Individual | Prison christian ministry support | $5,000 |
| Point of View | Christian radio support | $5,000 |
| First Baptist Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Pruitt Lake Baptist Church | General fund | $5,000 |
| Cru - Campus Crusade for Christ | Campus missions | $4,500 |
| Union Gospel Mission | Homeless ministry | $4,000 |
| Team | Overseas christian ministry support | $3,000 |
| Criswell Bible College | Christian education support | $3,000 |
| Twin Oaks Church | Missionary support | $3,000 |
| Abg Ministries | Ministry education | $3,000 |
| Mt Moriah Baptist Church | Church general fund | $2,000 |
| Christian Heritage School | Christian education support | $2,000 |
| Focus on the Family | Family ministry | $2,000 |
| Individual | $2,000 | |
| Individual | Support local missions | $2,000 |
| First Liberty Institute | Va cemetary cause | $2,000 |
| Medical Institute for Sexual Health | Support sexual health | $2,000 |
| East Texas Baptist University | Huesing fund | $2,000 |
| Voice of the Martyrs | Aid for christian persecution | $2,000 |
| Hospice of Reno County | Hospice support | $1,000 |
| KHBC Radio Network | Christian radio support | $1,000 |
| Hope for the Heart | Christian radio support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Christian radio ministry | $1,000 |
| Individual | Christian radio ministries | $1,000 |
| Alliance Defending Freedom | Christian defense support | $1,000 |
| Individual | Campus ministry | $1,000 |
| American Cornerstone Institute | Faith, liberty, community & life | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Phil Simpson
- Lorraine H Simpson
- David P Simpson
- Michael W Dirks
- Marimon S Nettleton
Questions people ask
Does Simpson Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simpson Charitable Trust give?
$180,200 in tax year 2025, across 45 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Simpson Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Phil Simpson (Trustee), Lorraine H Simpson (Trustee), David P Simpson (Trustee) and Michael W Dirks (Trustee) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Simpson Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.