The Simmons Foundation
Invitation OnlyAtlanta, Georgia · EIN 27-2931165 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$515K
Organizations funded33
Typical grant$6,500
Total assets$12.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $20,000.
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
78% of grants went outside Georgia.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| L'arche Atlanta | Decatur, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $75,000 |
| Atlanta Classical Academy | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $75,000 |
| Pace Academy | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $50,000 |
| Morehouse College | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $50,000 |
| Warner Village | Denver, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $45,000 |
| Theatrical Outfit | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $25,000 |
| Westminster Presbyterian Church | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $22,000 |
| Colorado Hosting Asylum Network | Littleton, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $20,000 |
| Among the Least | Pagosa Springs, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $20,000 |
| Akola Academy | Dallas, TX | 501(C)(3) support | $15,000 |
| Hay Adams Giving Fund | Washington, DC | 501(C)(3) support | $10,000 |
| Denver Institute for Faith & Work | Centennial, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $10,000 |
| Foundation for a Course in Miracles | Henderson, NV | 501(C)(3) support | $10,000 |
| Alcoholics Anonymous | New York, NY | 501(C)(3) support | $10,000 |
| Experience Reality | Durham, NC | 501(C)(3) support | $10,000 |
| The School of Lost Borders | Big Pine, CA | 501(C)(3) support | $8,500 |
| Santa Fe Opera | Santa Fe, NM | 501(C)(3) support | $6,500 |
| Meyer Center | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $6,195 |
| The Santa Fe Symphony | Santa Fe, NM | 501(C)(3) support | $5,500 |
| Church of the Ascension | Denver, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Parent Teacher Association | Alexandria, VA | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Hearts Set Free | Yukon, OK | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Youth Works | Santa Fe, NM | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Santa Fe International Literary | Santa Fe, NM | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Foothill's Trail Conservancy | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Greenville's Gift | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $5,000 |
| Vail Valley Foundation | Avon, CO | 501(C)(3) support | $3,000 |
| Cancer Society of Greenville | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $1,500 |
| Jdrf | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $540 |
| Hogs for the Cause | New Orleans, LA | 501(C)(3) support | $500 |
| Unashay Grief Sanctuary | Abiquiu, NM | 501(C)(3) support | $500 |
| Greenville Little League | Greenville, SC | 501(C)(3) support | $500 |
| Charity From K-1 | Atlanta, GA | 501(C)(3) support | $74 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $515,309 | 33 |
| 2023 | $220,403 | 21 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 11, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523159349102367
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 27-2931165
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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