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The Simmsmann Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that does not accept unsolicited proposals, focusing primarily on funding initiatives in California, New York, and Massachusetts. Grants are awarded through a relationship-based, invitation-only process. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
UCLA FOUNDATION
$5.6M
26%
ACADEMY FOUNDATION
$5M
23%
CITY OF HOPE
$1.8M
8%
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Total No. of Grants
53
Median 1st year grant
$25K
Median 2nd year grant
$32.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in California, New York, and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $25 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 50 grants, totaling nearly $3.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 70 grantees. Recent grantees include UCLA FOUNDATION, ACADEMY FOUNDATION, and CITY OF HOPE . More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION?
THE SIMMSMANN FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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