The Simpson Foundation
Historical FunderDetroit, Michigan · EIN 57-6017451 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$2.1M
Organizations funded33
Typical grant$20,000
Total assets$37.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $45,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | ANDREA DUGGINS CO COMERICA BANK |
|---|---|
| Address | 36455 CORPORATE DR, FARMINGTON HILLS MI 48331 |
| Phone | 2487326756 |
| Form and materials | Requests are generally made by letter or written proposal. Include a copy of IRS Determination Letter, a list of the current Board of Directors/Officers and operating budget |
| Deadlines | April 1 and October 1 annually |
| Restrictions | Although not limited to by the governing document, contributions are primarily made to worthy organizations in the Greenville County, SC community |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Samaritans Purse | Boone, NC | Support of daily operations | $450,000 |
| Miracle Hill Ministries Inc | Greenville, SC | Support of daily operations | $400,000 |
| Brookgreen Gardens | Pawleys Isl, SC | Support of daily operations | $250,000 |
| Converse College | Spartanburg, SC | Scholarship | $170,000 |
| Presbyterian College Bonnie Blue Scholarship | Clinton, SC | Scholarship | $150,000 |
| Anderson University | Anderson, SC | Support of daily operations | $110,000 |
| Bon Secours St Francis Health Systems | Greenville, SC | Support of daily operations | $100,000 |
| Law Enforcement Chaplaincy for South Carolina | Columbia, SC | Support of daily operations | $65,000 |
| Young Life | Greenville, SC | Support of daily operations | $45,000 |
| Christ Community Church Montreat Morning School Scholarships | Montreat, NC | Scholarship | $35,000 |
| PCSC Foundation | Columbia, SC | Support of daily operations | $35,000 |
| Theology Matters | Greenwood, SC | Support of daily operations | $30,000 |
| Highlands Emergency Council | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $25,000 |
| Harold C Jennings Foundation | Greenville, SC | Support of daily operations | $25,000 |
| Healthnetwork Foundation Campaign for Excellence | Chagrin Falls, OH | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| The Museum Association Inc | Greenville, SC | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Crossover Communications International | Columbia, SC | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Community Care Clinic of Highlands Cashiers Inc | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $20,000 |
| Moorings Park Foundation | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $13,000 |
| Protestant Episcopal High School in Virginia | Alexandria, VA | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Clemson University Foundation | Clemson, SC | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Neighborhood Health Clinic Inc | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| Naples Historical Society Inc Protection of Historic Palm Cottage | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $10,000 |
| First Presbyterian Church of Naples | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $6,000 |
| Performing Arts Center Inc | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Highland Community Child Development Center Inc | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Highlands Cashiers Health Foundation | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Literacy Council of Highlands Inc | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| The Bascom Corp | Highlands, NC | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Star Ability Foundation | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| The Shelter for Abused Women and Children Inc | Naples, FL | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Brooklink | Germantown, WI | Support of daily operations | $5,000 |
| Bellarmine University Vicki B Owsley Nursing Scholarship | Louisville, KY | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,070,000 | 33 |
| 2023 | $1,671,000 | 32 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 21, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202502949349100430
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 57-6017451
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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