Michael Simmons Charitable Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyBrighton, Massachusetts · EIN 85-2271367 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$380K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$30,000
Total assets$7.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $55,000.
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
100% of grants went outside Massachusetts.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iladd Inc | Zionsville, IN | General support | $95,000 |
| Live Your Dream Foundation | Provo, UT | General support | $60,000 |
| West Philadelphia Alliance for Children | Philadelphia, PA | General support | $55,000 |
| Emily's Hope Inc | Sioux Falls, SD | General support | $50,000 |
| Dev46 Incorporated | Isabela, PR | General support | $30,000 |
| Changed Choices | Charlotte, NC | General support | $25,000 |
| Street Samaritans Inc | Chicago, IL | General support | $25,000 |
| Camp Soltane | Glenmore, PA | General support | $20,000 |
| The Forge Initiative Inc | Cary, NC | General support | $20,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $380,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $220,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $120,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Mar 23, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620829349100522
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-2271367
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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