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Est.

1988

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting the performing arts through a relationship-based grantmaking approach. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals and grants are awarded by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in engaging with this funder can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

Provide grants to qualifying tax exempt performing arts organizations who demonstrate a benefit to their local community.
Total Funding Given
$9.7K
2025
Grantees funded
7
Multi-year grantees
0%
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Total No. of Grants
4
Median 1st year grant
$3K
Median 2nd year grant
N/A
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
Joel Shapiro
Board Member
D
Doug Litwin
Board Member
N
Nancy Corporon
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC?
No. JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC give?
JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC primarily gives to organizations located in Florida, California, and Pennsylvania. 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 JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC’s grants?
The largest share of grants from JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about $3,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC make each year?
In 2025, JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $9,700. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC fund recently?
In 2025, JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUTH FLORIDA PRIDE WIND ENSEMBLE INC, DESERT WINDS FREEDOM BAND, and PHILADELPHIA FREEDOM BAND INC. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC?
JON SIMS ENDOWMENT FUND FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS INC does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.