Firstfruits Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Firstfruits Foundation is a private foundation in Washougal, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $124,774 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $15,724 and the largest $105,050. 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$124,774
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$15,724
- Largest grant$105,050
- Assets$1,332
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $92,023 the year before.
0% 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 | $36,661 | 2 | $4,812 |
| 2024 | $92,023 | 3 | $7,615 |
| 2025 | $124,774 | 3 | $1,332 |
How to apply
Firstfruits 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 Firstfruits Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its US grants went to recipients in Washington. It also paid $120,774 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nyamwegabira Parish | Support for church parish projects including building and repairing schools food relief and construction and maintenance of the community health center. The parish has 35,000 parishioners the majority of whom benefit from these programs. | $105,050 |
| Margaret and Emma Organization | Support for education programs and food relief for vulnerable women especially those in rural communities. | $15,724 |
| Saint Thomas Aquinas Preschool | Grant to preschool to continue to provide quality education at an affordable cost. | $4,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Simms
- Carolyn Simms
- Rachel Simms
- Megan Simms
- Evan Simms
Questions people ask
Does Firstfruits Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Firstfruits Foundation give?
$124,774 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $15,724.
Who runs Firstfruits Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Simms (Board President), Carolyn Simms (Board Secretary), Rachel Simms (Board Treasurer) and Megan Simms (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Firstfruits Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, food and hunger and human services.