Neal & Lourdes Simmons Foundation
Invitation OnlyBrownsville, Texas · EIN 74-2807673 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$58K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$1,000
Total assets$1.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $2,700.
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
18% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| First United Methodist Church | Brownsville, TX | Support for local church | $40,050 |
| Driscoll Children's Hospital | Brownsville, TX | Aid for children's health | $10,000 |
| Moody Clinic | Brownsville, TX | Aid for children's health | $2,700 |
| Guadalupe Regional Middle School | Brownsville, TX | Support children's education | $2,500 |
| Gladys Porter Zoo | Brownsville, TX | Aid for local zoo | $1,250 |
| Food Bank Rgv Inc | Pharr, TX | Provide food for the needy | $1,000 |
| Tunnels to Towers | Staten Island, NY | Aid to veterans | $360 |
| Sunny Glen Children's Home | San Benito, TX | Aid for children's well being | $200 |
| Tip of Texas Family Outreach | Brownsville, TX | Aid for families in need | $200 |
| Salvation Army | Harlingen, TX | Aid for people in need | $100 |
| Wounded Warrior Project | Jacksonville, FL | Support for veterans | $100 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $58,460 | 11 |
| 2024 | $63,950 | 15 |
| 2023 | $55,700 | 18 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Jun 4, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621559349100517
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 74-2807673
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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