Simmons Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simmons Family Foundation is a private foundation in Farmington, Utah. In tax year 2023 it gave $625,106 in 21 grants; the typical grant was $20,000 and the largest $202,351. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023.
- Grants paid, 2023$625,106
- Number of grants21
- Typical grant$20,000
- Largest grant$202,351
- Assets$17.9 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2023 was down from $863,679 the year before.
10% of its 2023 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $863,679 | 26 | $11.2 million |
| 2023 | $625,106 | 21 | $17.9 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Simmons Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Utah.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Utah | 20 | $572,351 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $52,755 |
Grants paid in 2023
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Primary Children's Medical Center F | Donation | $202,351 |
| Community Foundation of Jackson Hol | Donation | $52,755 |
| Pioneer Theatre Company | Donation | $50,000 |
| Utah Symphony and Opera | Donation | $30,000 |
| The Road Home | Donation | $30,000 |
| People Helping People | Donation | $20,000 |
| Discovery Gateway | Donation | $20,000 |
| Ballet West | Donation | $20,000 |
| University of Utah Women's Resource | Donation | $20,000 |
| Utah State University | Donation | $20,000 |
| Southern Utah University | Donation | $20,000 |
| Catholic Community Services | Donation | $20,000 |
| Salt Lake Community College | Donation | $20,000 |
| Utah Youth Village | Donation | $20,000 |
| Volunteers of America | Donation | $20,000 |
| American Indian Services | Donation | $10,000 |
| Utah Shakespeare Festival | Donation | $10,000 |
| Treehouse Children's Museum | Donation | $10,000 |
| Fourth Street Clinic | Donation | $10,000 |
| Huntsman Cancer Institute | Donation | $10,000 |
| Mundi Project | Donation | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Julia S Watkins
- Le Simmons
- Elizabeth S Hoke
- Harris H Simmons
- David E Simmons
- Ellen C L 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?
$625,106 in tax year 2023, across 21 grants, with a typical grant of $20,000.
Who runs Simmons Family Foundation?
Its 2023 filing lists Julia S Watkins (Trustee), Le Simmons (Trustee), Elizabeth S Hoke (Trustee) and Harris H Simmons (Trustee) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Simmons Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and arts and culture.