The Sims Family Charitable Trust
Invitation OnlyMemphis, Tennessee · EIN 62-6399483 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$289K
Organizations funded28
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$4.1M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $9,000.
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
14% of grants went outside Tennessee.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee Shakespeare Co | Memphis, TN | Gift | $75,000 |
| Memphis Univ School | Memphis, TN | Gift | $40,000 |
| The Catholic Diocese of Memphis | Memphis, TN | Gift | $25,000 |
| St Paul Institute | Memphis, TN | Gift | $17,000 |
| Steorts Prop Dba City Retreat Mphs | Memphis, TN | Gift | $17,000 |
| Christ Church Memphis | Memphis, TN | Gift | $14,000 |
| Monteagle Sunday School Assembly | Monteagle, TN | Gift | $10,000 |
| St Louis Catholic Church | Memphis, TN | Gift | $9,000 |
| Pew Ministries Inc | Memphis, TN | Gift | $9,000 |
| St Peter S Church | Memphis, TN | Gift | $8,000 |
| Hutchison School | Memphis, TN | Gift | $8,000 |
| Tennis Memphis Inc | Memphis, TN | Gift | $7,000 |
| Memphis Zoo | Memphis, TN | Gift | $6,000 |
| Memphis Botanic Garden | Memphis, TN | Gift | $5,000 |
| St Mary Byzantine Catholic Proto-Cathedral Sherman Oaks | Sherman Oaks, CA | Gift | $5,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs Greater Memphis | Memphis, TN | Gift | $5,000 |
| Larry Hatchett Fishing Foundation | Memphis, TN | Gift | $4,000 |
| Theatre Memphis | Memphis, TN | Gift | $3,000 |
| University of the South | Sewanee, TN | Gift | $3,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House Charity | Memphis, TN | Gift | $3,000 |
| Benedictine Sisters of Cullman Al | Cullman, AL | Gift | $3,000 |
| Humane Society of Mphs & Sh Co | Memphis, TN | Gift | $2,000 |
| Community Foundation of Gtr Memphis | Memphis, TN | Gift | $2,000 |
| Calvary Rescue Mission | Memphis, TN | Gift | $2,000 |
| Dixon Gallery & Gardens | Memphis, TN | Gift | $2,000 |
| Dorothy Day House of Hospitality Inc | Memphis, TN | Gift | $2,000 |
| Focus | Denver, CO | Gift | $2,000 |
| Eternal Word Television Network | Irondale, AL | Gift | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $289,000 | 28 |
| 2024 | $214,000 | 23 |
| 2023 | $215,000 | 25 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349101667
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 62-6399483
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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