James a Simpson Foundation
Invitation OnlyRancho Santa Fe, California · EIN 33-0463667 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$17K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$96K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $2,300.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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 California.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mottino Family YMCA | Oceanside, CA | General program support | $6,250 |
| The Village Church | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General program support | $5,000 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Women's Fund | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General program support | $2,300 |
| Ucsb Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | General program support | $1,500 |
| Helen Woodward Animal Center | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General program support | $1,000 |
| Rancho Coastal Humane Society | Encinitas, CA | General program support | $200 |
| San Diego Food Bank | San Diego, CA | General program support | $200 |
| Library Guild of Rancho Santa Fe | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General program support | $100 |
| Rancho Santa Fe Senior Center | Rancho Santa Fe, CA | General program support | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $16,650 | 9 |
| 2024 | $19,450 | 10 |
| 2023 | $17,265 | 11 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 16, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601059349100975
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 33-0463667
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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