The Simmons Foundation
Houston, TX, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
76-0398915
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
Houston, TX, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
76-0398915
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Open for Solicitation
Private Foundation
Regional Funder
AI Summary
The Simmons Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking within the foundations sector. In 2024, the foundation paid out a total of $3.5 million across 49 grantees and is currently open for unsolicited proposals. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the 'How to Apply' section of the current profile page to assess their fit for funding opportunities.
Cause Areas
1
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
YAMPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Steamboat Springs, CO
$1.5M
5%
Houston Area Womens Center
Houston, TX
$250K
< 1%
COVENANT HOUSE TEXAS
Houston, TX
$125K
< 1%
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Total No. of Grants
13
Median 1st year grant
$30K
Median 2nd year grant
$625K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to The Simmons Foundation?
Yes. The Simmons Foundation accepts unsolicited proposals for funding. You can find details in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting their website.
Where does The Simmons Foundation give?
The Simmons Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Texas, Colorado, and California. 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 Simmons Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from The Simmons Foundation fall in the $25 thousand to $50 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $30 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does The Simmons Foundation make each year?
In 2024, The Simmons Foundation awarded about 10 grants, totaling nearly $3.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did The Simmons Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, The Simmons Foundation awarded grants to about 50 grantees. Recent grantees include YAMPA VALLEY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, Houston Area Womens Center, and COVENANT HOUSE TEXAS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to The Simmons Foundation?
You can find details on how to apply in the How to Apply section on this profile or by visiting The Simmons Foundation’s website.