Simms Family Foundation
Accepts applications
Simms Family Foundation is a private foundation in Wilson, Wyoming. In tax year 2024 it gave $175,500 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $50,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$175,500
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.3 million
- New grantees57%
Giving in 2024 was up from $117,000 the year before.
57% of its 2024 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 | $117,000 | 7 | $2.4 million |
| 2024 | $175,500 | 15 | $2.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Margaret S Simms 10153 1/2 Riverside Drive 670, Toluca Lake, CA 91602 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (818) 761-9507 |
| What to submit | Standard solicitation forms |
| Deadlines | Solicitations accepted at any time |
What Simms Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 10 | $133,000 |
| Maryland | 2 | $27,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $5,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $5,000 |
| Wyoming | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital Los Angeles | General charitable support | $50,000 |
| Loyola High School | Foundation goal | $25,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General charitable support | $20,000 |
| Called to Renew Archdiocese la | General charitable support | $20,000 |
| Las Floristas Inc | Foundation goal | $15,000 |
| American Cancer Society | General charitable support | $7,500 |
| American Martyrs School | General charitable support | $7,500 |
| Trustees of Boston University | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Club 21 | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Semper Fi & America's Fund | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| St Charles Borromeo Church | General charitable support | $5,000 |
| Marymount High School | General charitable support | $2,500 |
| International Medical Corp | General charitable support | $2,000 |
| Magical Holiday Parade | General charitable support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas M Simms
- Margaret S Simms
- Christopher S Simms
Questions people ask
Does Simms Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Solicitations accepted at any time.
How much does Simms Family Foundation give?
$175,500 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Simms Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Thomas M Simms (Cfo, Secreta), Margaret S Simms (President, D) and Christopher S Simms (VP, Director).
What does Simms Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, education and faith communities.