Joseph M Simmons Foundation
Invitation OnlyHeber City, Utah · EIN 84-6965845 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $15,000 and $150,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Utah.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Minnesota | Minneapolis, MN | Education | $150,000 |
| Salt Lake City Tribune Inc | Salt Lake City, UT | General | $50,000 |
| Sobriety Foundation | Salt Lake City, UT | General operations | $15,000 |
The return also lists 6 grants to individuals ($150,000). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $365,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $278,440 | 4 |
| 2023 | $395,000 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jul 17, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611979349101111
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 84-6965845
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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