J R Simplot Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBoise, Idaho · EIN 82-6003437 · Private foundation · Website
Grants paid (2024)$4.6M
Organizations funded25
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$287.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $19,500.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Idaho.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho State University | Pocatello, ID | Higher education | $2,300,000 |
| University of Idaho | Moscow, ID | Higher education | $1,900,000 |
| Ballet Idaho | Boise, ID | Ballet education | $100,000 |
| Boise Philharmonic Assoc | Boise, ID | Music education | $100,000 |
| Opera Idaho | Boise, ID | Opera production | $100,000 |
| John William Jackson Fund | Boise, ID | Community support | $25,000 |
| Esther Simplot Performing Arts Academy | Boise, ID | Performance venue | $19,500 |
| Boise Saddle & Jump Club | Boise, ID | Equestrian education | $15,000 |
| Boise Art Museum | Boise, ID | Art education and display | $5,000 |
| Boise Baroque Orchestra | Boise, ID | Music education | $5,000 |
| Idaho Botanical Garden | Boise, ID | Community display | $5,000 |
| Idaho Shakespeare Festival | Boise, ID | Performance venue | $5,000 |
| Womens & Childrens Alliance | Boise, ID | Essential supplies to underserved | $5,000 |
| Zoo Boise | Boise, ID | Community display | $5,000 |
| Idaho State Historical Society | Boise, ID | History education | $3,000 |
| YMCA | Boise, ID | Community support | $1,827 |
| Assistance League of Boise | Boise, ID | Essential supplies to underserved | $1,000 |
| Boise Music Week | Boise, ID | Music education | $1,000 |
| Boise Rescue Mission | Boise, ID | Homeless shelter | $1,000 |
| Holiday Parade Association | Boise, ID | Community display | $1,000 |
| Idaho Youth Ranch | Boise, ID | Essential supplies to underserved | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | Boise, ID | Essential supplies to underserved | $1,000 |
| Silver Sage Girl Scout Council | Boise, ID | Community support | $1,000 |
| Basque Museum | Boise, ID | Art education and display | $500 |
| Idaho Fine Arts Academy | Meridian, ID | Performance venue | $400 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,602,227 | 25 |
| 2023 | $1,551,303 | 27 |
| 2022 | $400,000 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610149349100801
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 82-6003437
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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