Simpson University Foundation
The Foundation receives and transfers gifts to Simpson University.
Simpson University Foundation at a glance
In short: Simpson University Foundation gave $12.1M across 2 grants in 2020 (avg $6.0M), mostly in California. Source: 2020 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2020)
- $12,071,958
- Grants made (2020)
- 2
- Average grant
- $6,035,979
- Median grant
- $6,035,979
- Primary geography
- California (100% of itemized 2020 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2020 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2020; updated September 2026. Covers 20 months (fiscal year-end changed).
How to apply to Simpson University Foundation
Open Grants
6 open opportunities from Simpson University Foundation
Dr. & Mrs. George So Scholarship
Simpson University Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs)
Simpson University Foundation
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Deadline not published
Scholarship Summit - President's Scholarship
Simpson University Foundation
Amount
Full-Tuition
Deadline
Deadline not published
Who Simpson University Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2020
The largest 2020 recipient was Simpson University ($12.1M across 2 grants).
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was in the $1–5M range: 2 grants of 3 (67%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2020 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2020, annual grant giving ranged from $1.1M (2019) to $12.1M (2020, 20 months). In 2020 it made 2 grants totaling $12.1M.
*2020: Covers 20 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
*2020: Covers 20 months (fiscal year-end changed).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Simpson University Redding, CA | To support Simpson University. | $9,993,122 |
| Simpson University Redding, CA | To support Simpson University. | $2,078,836 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020* | — | $2,984,344 | $12,246,958 | $12,071,958 | 2 | $967,575 |
| 2019 | $9,656,526 | $1,094,022 | $1,194,722 | $1,081,847 | 1 | $342,431 |
*2020: Covers 20 months (fiscal year-end changed).
About Simpson University Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Simpson University Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Redding, CA. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2020. In 2020, it awarded 2 grants totaling $12.1M. Net investment income was $968K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Simpson University Foundation is led by Norman D Hall, Chief Executive Officer & President since 2020 (on filings since 2019); none of the 7 officers listed in 2020 report compensation.
Officers on the 2020 filing
Norman D Hall
Chief Executive Officer & President
President → Chief Executive Officer & President, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alan Burchett
Chair
Chairman → Chair, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Postma
Trustee
Vice Chair → Trustee, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Julie K Irving
Trustee
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Timothy N Dietz
Chief Financial Officer
CFO → Chief Financial Officer, 2020
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Jo Anne C Cripe
Vice Chair
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Roy Melendez
Secretary
New on the 2020 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (3)
- Former: JoAnne Cripe (2019) — Vice Chair
- Former: Raymond Reid (2019) — Vice Chairman
- Former: Wally Quirk (2019) — COO
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2020. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Simpson University Foundation
How much does Simpson University Foundation give each year?
Simpson University Foundation gave $12.1M across 2 grants in 2020, according to its 2020 IRS Form 990. The 2020 filing year covers 20 months because its fiscal year-end changed. In 2019 it gave $1.1M across 1 grant.
What is Simpson University Foundation?
Simpson University Foundation is a public charity focused on Education, based in Redding, CA.
Where does Simpson University Foundation operate?
Simpson University Foundation has awarded grants in California.
What is Simpson University Foundation's EIN?
Simpson University Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 68-0274677. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2020.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 13, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 15, 2021)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal year 2020
Live grants for the work Simpson University Foundation funds
Education Open opportunities, soonest deadline first.
- Creative Impact Grants $500 - $2,500 · Due October 19, 2026
- Community and School Grants $28,000 total pool; 10-15 grants expected · Due October 19, 2026
- Mary Pinola/Crescenta Valley Chamber Education Fund $500 - $5,000 for ongoing programs; up to $15,000 for Strategic Initiative Grants · Due October 19, 2026
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