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2006Helping people help themselves by supporting agencies and organizations that improve lives through

education, developing healthy lifestyles and promoting economic and leadership opportunities.

THE SIMMONS FOUNDATION 2006 ANNUAL REPORT

Annual ReportFiscal Year 2006

January 1, 2006 - December 31,2006

The Simmons Foundation

• History of Th e Simmons Foundation

• Board of Directors and Staff

• Grant Spending

• 2006 Grant Allocations by: • Program Areas • Demographics

• Financial Summary

• Financial Statement for the year ending 12/31/06

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2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons FoundationHISTORY OF

THE SIMMONS FOUNDATION

MISSION:To help people help themselves by supporting agencies and organizations that improve lives through education, developing healthy lifestyles, and promoting economic and leadership opportunities.

BACKGROUND AND FOCUS:Th e granddaughter of Ola and L.B. Simmons founded Th e Simmons Foundation in 1993 as a tribute to her grandparents’ lifelong tradition of contributing toward the betterment of any community in which they lived. Th e Simmons Foundation expresses its values by fundingorganizations that help those whose resources are limited, so they can lead productive, fulfi lling and responsible lives with dignity and respect. In this manner, the Foundation honors the memory of Mr. andMrs. Simmons. Th e Foundation’s primary interests are education, health and human services.

Since its inception, Th e Simmons Foundation has funded $9,473,618 in grants, predominately in Harris and surrounding counties in Texas.


2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons FoundationBOARD OF DIRECTORS

AND FOUNDATION STAFF FY2006

OFFICERS:Linda K. May, President David C. Shindeldecker, Vice President David L. Solomon, Vice President Amanda J. Cloud, Secretary/Treasurer

DIRECTORS:Linda K. MayGay A. RoaneGeorge Grant Roane, IVDavid C. ShindeldeckerDavid L. Solomon

STAFF:Linda K. May, Executive DirectorAmanda J. Cloud, Grant Offi cerKay Davis, Grant Coordinator/Administrative Assistant

The Simmons Foundation Board of Directors meets quarterly, and accepts proposals on an on-going basis. The review process may take anywhere from several weeks to several months, depending upon receipt of the request.


2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons Foundation2006 GRANT SPENDING

GRANT SPENDING:

The actual allocation amount for any given year will differ from the total grants approved and total grants paid during that year. Please see following explanation.

IN 2006:• Th e Board of Directors approved 157 grants totaling $2,289,000, some of which will be paid in future years

• Th e total amount paid in FY2006 was $2,075,500 , which included several multi-year grants originally approved in prior years

• 25% of the grants approved in 2006 were to organizations not previously funded by the foundation

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1. Th e actual amount awarded and paid in 2006 was $2,090,500. However, in March of 2006 a $15,000 grant awarded in 2005 was returned due to noncompliance with grant requirements. Th e grant allocation amount for 2006 has been amended to refl ect this credit.


2006The Simmons Foundation / RedstoneThe Simmons Foundation / RedstoneScholarship Program

Th e Simmons Foundation and Th e Redstone Companies are cooperating on a scholarship program targeted at dependents of employees of Redstone Companies and affi liated entities. Th e scholarship program will beavailable only to eligible employees and will be administered in partnership with the Linda LorelleScholarship Fund.

Th e mission of Th e Simmons Foundation/RedstoneScholarship Program is to provide scholarships forqualifi ed employees’ dependents who need fi nancialassistance and whose academic and personal potentialmay be unfulfi lled due to circumstances beyond theircontrol. A limited number of scholarships will beawarded yearly, based on a competitive process.

Th e Foundation is in the process of obtaining approvalof the Program from the Internal Revenue Service.


2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons Foundation2006 GRANT ALLOCATIONS

PROGRAM AREA:


2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons Foundation2006 GRANT ALLOCATIONS

FUNDING DEMOGRAPHICS:

The U.S. Census Bureau reported the above information for the population of Harris County in 2005.These statistics represent all residents of Harris County including adults and children.

The above information represents The Simmons Foundation’s funding in Harris and surrounding counties in 2006. Surrounding counties include Brazoria, Galveston, Fort Bend, Waller and Montgomery. Because of our desire to serve the Greater Houston area, our funding demographics represent a larger population than what is

represented in the Harris County census data.

2. Th is information was provided to Th e Simmons Foundation by Dr. Stephen Klineberg of Rice University

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The Simmons Foundation awarded grants for operating, program and capital campaigns.

Grantee Purpose of Grant YearTotalGrant

2006

Avenue Community Development Corporation

(Operating) Toward effort to revitalize the community by developing affordable housing and economic opportunities, while preserving the area’s cultural, economic, and historical diversity

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Children at Risk

(Operating) Toward improving the quality of life of Greater Houston’s children through strategic research, public policy, analysis, community education, collaboration and advocacy

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Executive Service Corps of Houston

(Operating) Toward providing not-for-profi t organizations with executive, managerial and technical skills at no cost

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Holocaust Museum Houston

(Operating) Toward promoting awareness of the danger of prejudice and violence; educating students and adults about tolerance and understanding among all people

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Houston Hope

(Operating) Toward improving the quality of life in seven poor and blighted neighborhoods through a public/private partnership with the City of Houston and a collaboration of community stakeholders and city leaders

2005 $20,000 $10,000

Houston Interfaith Sponsoring Committee

(Operating) Toward faith-based effort to develop leadership and advocacy skills and to build relationships and common ground among a wide cross section of the community

2006 $10,000 $10,000

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Neighborhood Centers, Inc.

(Capital) Toward “New Century Campaign”--a $20 million effort to build a Gulfton Neighborhood Center, transform new and existing community centers and build the New Century Endowment to address on-going needs

2006 $100,000 $25,000

Re-Ward Third Ward, Inc.

(Program) Toward counseling for prospective home-buyers to avoid pitfalls that could lead to the loss of their home through foreclosure

2006 $5,000 $5,000

SPARK School Park Program

(Operating) Toward public/private effort to build parks on public school campuses for the use of students and the surrounding community

2005 $10,000 $5,000

Texas Appleseed

(Program) Toward “School-to-Prison Pipeline”—examining the impact of school discipline on educational attainment, dropout rates, and entry into the justice system

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Texas Nonprofi t Management Assistance Network

(Program) Toward “Standards of Excellence”-- helping Texas nonprofi ts strengthen their internal operations and procedures

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Urban Business Initiative

(Operating) Toward consulting and training for micro-enterprises and potential entrepreneurs in disadvantaged and underserved areas

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Zip Code Assistance Ministries (ZCAM-ODP)

(Operating) Toward a collaborative endeavor of eleven local foundations in a capacity building effort to help ten area ministries become more effective and effi cient

2004 $60,000 $20,000

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2006

A+ Educational Research & Development

(Operating) Toward computer literacy education with an emphasis on minorities, women and those economically disadvantaged

2006 $10,000 $10,000

American Association of University Women*

(Program) Toward “Expanding Your Horizons”-- a one-day, hands-on workshop to expose middle school girls to math and science

2005 $10,500 $3,500

Better Business Bureau Education Foundation of Metropolitan Houston

(Program) Toward “Young Consumer Advocate Program” -- educates youth aged 16-22 on scams, credit cards and consumer rights

2006 $6,000 $6,000

Briarwood School, The

(Capital) Toward renovation and expansion of facilities of K-12 day school for children with specialized learning needs

2005 $100,000 $25,000

Brutal Truth Project, The

(Program) Toward distribution to non-profi t organizations of broadcast quality videos that increase public awareness about violence prevention strategies and demonstrate alternatives to violence in human relations

2006 $10,000 $10,000

ChildBuilders

(Program) Toward “Parents Under Construction” -- teaches preschool-12th grade students positive skills that will enable them to build healthy relationships and strong families

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Chinquapin School, The

(Operating) Toward college preparatory school that provides economically disadvantaged youth with an opportunity for a better future through education

2006 $15,000 $15,000


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CHRISTUS Foundation for HealthCare

(Program) Toward “Family Road” -- an effort to help participants gain access to social services, and assist them in learning practical skills that lead to independence and self-suffi ciency

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Communities in Schools - Bay Area, Inc.

(Operating) Toward providing community resources that help young people stay in school, successfully learn and prepare for life

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Communities in Schools - Baytown

(Program) Toward “Educational Enrichment”-- incentive programs and activities for secondary students at-risk of dropping out of school

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Communities in Schools - Houston

(Operating) Toward campus-based, dropout-prevention program for at-risk students, pre-K through high school

2006 $15,500 $15,500

Darla’s School*

(Operating) Toward educational and nurturing day school for adult women with mental retardation

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Education Foundation of Harris County

(Operating) Toward creating opportunities for all children through innovation—designing curriculum that strengthens creativity, fosters diverse skills and engrosses students in rigorous, hands-on learning

2005 $20,000 $10,000

Ensemble Theater, The

(Program) Toward “Tour Education Program”-- provides free access to educational theatrical arts

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Friends of Montessori

(Program) Toward equipping classrooms with appropriate materials at a neighborhood/magnet Montessori school targeted to inner city students pre-K-14 years old

2006 $5,000 $5,000



Genesys Works

(Operating) Toward training and employing inner-city high school students to perform computer services for some of the largest corporations in Houston

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Harris County Public Library

(Program) Toward “Go Wild...Read!” – a summer reading program that includes enrichment activities and give-away books

2005 $7,500 $2,500

Houston A+ Challenge

(Program) Toward externships that place teachers in the business and nonprofi t community for a one-week learning experience during the summer break

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Houston Achievement Place

(Program) Toward “Project Class” -- building social skills development in children 3-10 years old, and strengthening social skills teaching abilities in caring adults

2003 $100,000 $20,000

Houston Hispanic Forum

(Program) Toward day-long program consisting of seminars and exhibits to encourage middle and high school students, particularly minorities, to continue their education after graduation

2006 $15,000 $7,500

Houston Teachers Institute

(Operating) Toward increasing Houston ISD teachers’ knowledge and skills through seminars led by university professors and scholars

2006 $12,500 $12,500

Houston World Affairs Council

(Program) Toward “Education Outreach” -- to increase student awareness of public policy decision-making as it relates to foreign affairs

2006 $15,000 $7,500



Humble ISD Education Foundation

(Capital) Toward construction of an astronomical observatory available for students, faculty and the surrounding community that will enhance the study of science along with the ability to observe scientifi c phenomena fi rst-hand

2005 $15,000 $7,500

I Have a Dream - Houston

(Operating) Toward mentoring, tutoring, academic and extracurricular activities for at-risk elementary, middle and high school students

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Including Kids, Inc.

(Program) Toward salary support for Director of Program Development for children with autism to integrate them into public schools and/or enable them to function in society with minimum assistance

2006 $10,000 $10,000

John P. McGovern Museum of Health & Medical Sciences

(Program) Toward fi eld trips and educational experiences that enhance health and science curricula for area schools

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Jumpstart Houston

(Operating) Toward preparing preschoolers from low income neighborhoods for success in kindergarten and beyond

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Literacy Advance of Houston, Inc.

(Operating) Toward teaching adults to read, write and communicate in English so they and their families are better able to achieve their potential and lead a fulfi lling, productive life

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Main Street Theater

(Program) Toward “Youth Theater” -- producing adaptations of children’s literature for students and families, while enhancing classroom curricula and promoting reading and literacy

2006 $25,000 $12,500



Mexican Institute of Greater Houston

(Program) Toward Community Learning Centers that provide Spanish-language classroom instruction and online tutorials in computer technology

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Nehemiah Center, Inc.

(Program) Toward “Academic Enrichment Program” - - an after school program serving children from low-income neighborhoods with academics and exposure to arts and culture

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Neuhaus Education Center

(Program) Toward professional development in literacy instruction

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Parish School, The

(Capital) Toward an additional classroom cottage and other amenities for the classrooms and on the campus

2006 $60,000 $20,000

Planned Parenthood of Houston & Southeast Texas, Inc.

(Program) Toward educational programs on healthy sexuality and reproductive rights geared to women, men, youth and families throughout Houston and southeast Texas

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Rise School, The

(Operating) Toward providing early childhood education services to children with Down syndrome, other developmental disabilities and children without disabilities

2006 $40,000 $20,000

River Performing and Visual Arts Center

(Operating) Toward fi ne arts education for children who have disabilities, chronic illness or are economically disadvantaged

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Spring Independent School District

(Program) Toward “Great Expectations” -- a professional development program for teachers and administrators that helps improve academic achievement

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Stehlin Foundation for Cancer Research, The

(Program) Toward educational opportunities for high school and college students to apprentice in cancer research laboratory with physicians and research scientists

2006 $15,000 $7,500



Teach for America

(Operating) Toward developing a strong teacher corps to teach at-risk students while building an expanding group of leaders committed to public education

2006 $40,000 $20,000

TECH CORPS - Texas

(Operating) Toward helping create a technology-literate society by assisting students with the necessary skills and resources to succeed in school and in the workplace

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Technology for All - Houston

(Operating) Toward Community Technology Centers at 185 sites, including the Mission Milby Community Technology Center in Houston’s East End

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Texans for Gun Safety

(Operating) Toward reducing gun violence through education 2006 $5,000 $5,000

Theatre Under the Stars

(Program) Toward using musical theatre as a way to impact low-income youth and teach important life skills

2006 $5,000 $5,000

United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Houston, Inc.

(Program) Toward salary support for “High School/High Tech”--education and training for at-risk students with disabilities

2006 $7,500 $7,500

University of Houston Graduate College of Social Work

(Program) Toward scholarship support to increase number of Spanish-fl uent, culturally sensitive students to attend the Graduate College of Social Work

2006 $20,000 $10,000

University of St. Thomas

(Program) Toward tuition assistance for alternative teaching certifi cation for Teach for America participants

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Writers in the Schools

(Program) Toward pilot project with ArtBridge, bringing creative writing and art workshops to abused, neglected and underserved children awaiting foster care

2005 $9,000 $3,000

YES College Preparatory Schools

(Capital) Toward building a community and athletic facility on the Southeast campus

2006 $50,000 $25,000

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2006

American Lung Association of Texas - Houston & Southeast Region, The

(Program) Toward “Open Airways for Schools”-- asthma education teaching children how to better manage their asthma

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Baylor College of Medicine - Teen Health Clinic*

(Program) Toward salary support for nurse practitioner specializing in women’s health, particularly for Teen Health Clinic at Lee High School

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Breath of Life Children’s Center

(Operating) Toward providing clinical and support services to uninsured/underinsured children in West Houston and Katy, TX

2006 $7,500 $7,500

CanCare of Houston, Inc.

(Program) Toward training volunteers to provide emotional support to cancer patients and their families

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Cancer Counseling, Inc.*

(Program) Toward “Women with Cancer” - - emotional therapy for women who suffer from cancer and their families; includes individual and group sessions and in-home therapy

2006 $8,000 $8,000

Cenikor Foundation, Inc.

(Operating) Toward supporting treatment of those addicted to drugs and/or alcohol so they develop the skills necessary to become responsible citizens, free of substance abuse

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Center for Hearing and Speech

(Operating) Toward enabling children with hearing impairments to realize their full potential by teaching speaking, listening and literacy skills

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Center for Success and Independence

(Operating) Toward comprehensive treatment to youth with behavioral and emotional disorders

2006 $15,000 $15,000


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Community Doula Program*

(Operating) Toward educating and nurturing pregnant young mothers from disadvantaged neighborhoods

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Cornerstone Recovery

(Program) Toward “Wilderness Program”--a therapeutic wilderness experience for teens recovering from alcohol and drugs

2006 $15,000 $7,500

Council on Alcohol & Drugs Houston, The

(Capital) Toward “Restoring Hope, Rebuilding Lives” --- campaign to build a campus and renovate existing facility to accommodate future growth

2006 $100,000 $20,000

Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance Greater Houston (DBSA)

(Operating) Toward free support groups that assist and enhance the recovery of individuals with depression and bipolar disorder

2006 $7,500 $7,500

D’Feet Breast Cancer, Inc.*

(Program) Toward education and outreach services to Galveston County residents through educational materials, in-school programs and a speaker’s bureau

2006 $4,000 $4,000

El Centro de Corazon*

(Program) Toward funding a Certifi ed Nurse-Midwife for at-risk mothers in the East End of Houston

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Family Services of Greater Houston*

(Program) Toward effort to provide single, working mothers with mental health counseling sessions

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Fort Bend Family Health Center, Inc.

(Program) Toward providing diabetes monitoring and testing supplies to low income, uninsured patients who cannot afford to purchase them

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Good Neighbor Healthcare Center*

(Program) Toward assisting low-income women and children who need affordable health care, including pediatric and midwifery services

2006 $20,000 $20,000



Happy Harbor Methodist Home, Inc.

(Capital) Toward providing residents with new, mechanical hospital beds and new mattresses

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Healthcare for the Homeless - Houston

(Operating) Toward delivering healthcare that includes primary care, dentistry, psychiatry and substance abuse counseling, along with outreach services to homeless men, women and children

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Houston Area Parkinson Society

(Operating) Toward support services for people suffering with Parkinson’s and their caregivers

2006 $10,000 $5,000

Houston Community Health Centers, Inc.

(Operating) Toward matching grant to help operate an FQHC in the underserved Denver Harbor area

2006 $30,000 $15,000

Legacy Community Health Services, Inc.

(Program) Toward Specialty Clinics that provide treatment and prevention services to those who are indigent, infected with HIV or at-risk

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Mental Health Association of Greater Houston

(Program) Toward education and training outreach programs that promote and support mental health and mental health treatment in the community

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Palmer Drug Abuse Program

(Program) Toward free outpatient youth substance abuse recovery services to teens and their families

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Prevent Blindness Texas - Houston Chapter

(Program) Toward providing free adult vision services to at-risk families in greater Houston and surrounding areas

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Project MEND, Inc.

(Operating) Toward providing medical equipment and services to the indigent disabled

2006 $10,000 $10,000

San Jose Clinic

(Operating) Toward providing medical and dental services to the low-income and uninsured of Harris and surrounding counties

2006 $25,000 $25,000



Seven Acres Jewish Senior Care Services

(Capital) Toward long term re-development and realignment of resources to provide accommodations for appropriate levels of care for seniors

2004 $50,000 $10,000

SIRE, Inc.(Operating) Toward therapeutic equestrian center for children and adults with disabilities

2006 $7,500 $7,500

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2006

3 “A” Bereavement Foundation

(Operating) Toward counseling and assistance with funerals for families with limited funds

2006 $20,000 $10,000

AIDS Foundation Houston, Inc.*

(Program) Toward “A Friendly Haven”-- transitional housing and supportive service program for homeless women with HIV/AIDS and their families

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Arc of Greater Houston, The

(Operating) Toward advocates for better access to education, employment, housing and recreation for children and adults with cognitive, intellectual and developmental disabilities

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Aspiring Youth of Houston

(Program) Toward after-school programs for underserved, at-risk middle school students

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Asset Building Network, Inc.

(Operating) Toward building and restoring families to self-suffi ciency through advocacy, case management services, counseling and education, focusing particularly on helping recent evacuees live purposefully

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Assistance League of Montgomery County

(Program) Toward “Operation School Bell”-- providing school wardrobe to children referred by school offi cials

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Bay Area Turning Point, Inc.*

(Capital) Toward expansion and renovation of women’s shelter to provide separate area for children, enlarge common area and create a dorm for single women

2006 $15,000 $15,000

BEAR . . . BE A Resource for CPS Kids

(Program) Toward “BEAR Necessities” – providing necessary items for children, infants to teens, who have been removed from the family and are under the care of CPS

2006 $10,000 $10,000


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Bonita Street House of Hope

(Operating) Toward transitional living and supportive services for the homeless, substance abusers and ex-offenders

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Houston, Inc.

(Operating) Toward after school programs that engage and inspire disadvantaged youth to realize their full potential and become responsible, caring adults

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Boys and Girls Country of Houston, Inc.

(Operating) Toward caring for children from families in crisis by placing them in a family environment, thereby helping them become self-sustaining and contributing adults

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Boys and Girls Harbor, Inc.

(Operating) Toward “Adopt-A-Cottage”-- direct support for a Harbor home and its residents

2006 $25,000 $25,000

Bridge Over Troubled Waters, Inc., The*

(Program) Toward long-term housing and services that assist women in healing from abusive relationships and promote self-suffi ciency

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Brigid’s Hope*

(Operating) Toward transitional housing, support, spiritual guidance and coordination of services for women released from Texas jails and prisons

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Brookwood Community

(Capital) To complete the fi nal stages of a $6.1 million capital campaign for a continuing care facility for aging, functionally disabled adults, who, for the fi rst time in history, are outliving their parents

2004 $100,000 $20,000

Career and Recovery Resources, Inc.*

(Program) Toward partial salary for an Employment Specialist to assist female ex-offenders in fi nding employment so they can become self-suffi cient

2006 $10,000 $10,000



Casa de Esperanza

(Program) Toward residential program providing a stable home for children, birth to six, at risk of abuse or neglect and affected by HIV

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Child Advocates

(Program) Toward “Court Services Program” -- teaming professional staff with trained volunteers to help guide children in protective custody through the system of courts and government agencies into safe environments

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Christian Community Service Center

(Program) Toward providing emergency services to assist individuals in crisis

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Community Family Centers

(Capital) Toward La Casa de los Niños--Barbara Bush, a new facility to help expand community services, including early childhood education, literacy and parenting classes

2005 $100,000 $25,000

Community Family Centers*

(Program) Toward emergency funding to support the teen pregnancy program during a transition period for the agency

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Community of the Streets Outreach

(Program) Toward expansion of healthcare services to the homeless

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Covenant House Texas

(Operating) Toward providing shelter and services to children and youth who are homeless or at great risk

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Dress for Success Houston*

(Program) Toward “Professional Women’s Group” -- educates women about workplace issues and teaches life skills

2006 $45,000 $15,000

End Hunger Network

(Capital) Toward multi-year grant to support building a multipurpose center and processing kitchen for food preparation and distribution

2005 $100,000 $25,000



ESCAPE Family Resource Center

(Operating) Toward helping to prevent or reduce child abuse and neglect by educating high risk parents and families in crisis

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Families Under Urban and Social Attack, Inc.

(Operating) Toward addressing societal problems that affect families by empowering the community through education, prevention, research, advocacy, intervention and collaboration

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Family to Family Network

(Program) Toward “Family Friends” - - an intergenerational volunteer program that matches older adults and children with disabilities

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Fort Bend County Women’s Center*

(Operating) Toward assisting survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Gathering Place, The

(Program) Toward “Wellness Program” - - teaching clients to integrate proper diet and exercise into their everyday lives thereby helping to improve their mental well-being

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Girl Scouts of San Jacinto Council*

(Program) Toward “Girl Scouts Beyond Bars” -- providing opportunity for positive interaction between girls and their incarcerated mothers, strengthening self-esteem, promoting positive values and helping end intergenerational cycle of crime

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Girls Incorporated of Greater Houston*

(Operating) Toward building capacity for girls to develop confi dence, economic independence and personal fulfi llment, while growing toward responsible adulthood

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Goodwill Industries of Houston

(Operating) Toward providing services and programs to low income and unemployed people with disabilities and other barriers to employment

2006 $7,500 $7,500



Habitat for Humanity Northwest Harris County

(Program) Toward building clean, safe, affordable housing by partnering with volunteers and low income, fi rst time homeowners, who are currently living in sub standard housing in Northwest Harris County

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Harris County Protective Services for Children & Adults

(Capital) Toward “Caring for Our Kids” -- campaign to raise funds for a Youth Services Center that will provide a “hub” of diverse support services for children and youth in crisis

2004 $50,000 $10,000

Holy Name Retreat Center

(Operating) Toward helping people with addictions and relationships

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Homes of St. Mark

(Program) Toward facilitating special needs adoptions 2006 $10,000 $10,000

Hope Foundation for Retarded Children, Inc., The

(Program) Toward education and job training designed for the mentally retarded with the aim to prepare them to function to the best of their abilities and become productive members of society

2006 $5,000 $5,000

House of Amos, Inc.

(Operating) Toward capacity building in order to improve the internal structure of the organization so they may continue to serve their clients

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Houston Area Women’s Center*

(Operating) Toward providing shelter and support services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence

2006 $60,000 $20,000

Houston Compass, Inc.

(Operating) Toward assisting disadvantaged and unemployed people gain control over their lives by helping them obtain appropriate documentation, jobs, transportation and legal assistance

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Houston Hospice and Palliative Care System

(Program) Toward bereavement and comfort to children coping with the death or loss of a signifi cant loved one

2006 $15,000 $15,000



Interfaith Care Partners

(Operating) Toward maintaining and expanding the Care Team model of volunteer caregiving for frail older adults, adults with dementia and respite for parents of impaired children.

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Kids Count Foundation

(Operating) Toward after-school program for at-risk elementary school youth

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Memorial Assistance Ministries

(Capital) Toward construction of new building 2005 $20,000 $10,000

Memorial Drive United Methodist Church

(Program) Toward a summer experience for youth with special needs that provides various activities for the participants and respite for caregivers

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Milestones in Senior Independence, Inc.

(Operating) Toward in-home support services that promote health, self-suffi ciency and independence to aging adults with functional impairments who want to remain in their home

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Montrose Counseling Center

(Program) Toward suicide prevention program for Harris County and Ft. Bend middle and high schools, geared to students, teachers and counselors

2006 $2,500 $2,500

Mothers Against Drunk Driving

(Operating) Toward providing support for victims of drunk driving and education to youth to eliminate under-age drinking

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Multicultural Education & Counseling through the Arts (MECA)

(Program) Toward After-School Program providing year-round arts instruction to children in the First and Sixth Ward including family support services

2006 $10,000 $10,000

NAMI Gulf Coast

(Operating) Toward cost-free support to families affected by mental illness through education and services

2006 $20,000 $20,000



New Hope Housing, Inc.

(Operating) Toward developing and operating affordable, single- room occupancy housing with access to social services

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Northwest Assistance Ministries

(Program) Toward Family Violence and Counseling Center 2006 $20,000 $20,000

Open Door Mission

(Operating) Toward emergency relief and shelter for men who are homeless, addicted, destitute and disabled

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Pasadena Habitat for Humanity

(Program) Toward building clean, safe, affordable housing by partnering with volunteers and low income, fi rst-time homeowners, who are currently living in sub standard housing

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Prepared 4 Life

(Operating) Toward comprehensive after-school program for at-risk children developing life skills through integrated activities and experiential learning

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Prevent Child Abuse Texas

(Program) Toward scholarships to attend “Annual Conference on Prevention of Child Abuse” for those with limited funds

2006 $3,000 $3,000

REACH Unlimited, Inc.

(Operating) Toward serving adults with mental retardation in a learning activity center

2006 $10,000 $10,000

SAFE Tri-County Center Assisting Women and Children

(Operating) Toward mental health services for women and children who suffer from trauma, behavioral disorders or mental illness in Brazoria, Harris and Galveston counties

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Salvation Army Metropolitan Houston Area Command, The

(Program) Toward “New Beginnings” - - effort to train homeless men in marketable skills so that they may earn a livable wage once they reenter society

2006 $10,000 $10,000



SEARCH

(Operating) Toward assisting the homeless by providing the resources necessary to become productive and participating citizens

2006 $25,000 $25,000

Sheltering Arms Senior Services

(Operating) Toward long-term care services including day care and personal assistance to elders in the community enabling them to live with dignity and independence

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Southeast Area Ministries

(Operating) Toward replenishing operational resources which were greatly diminished due to Hurricane Katrina, fl ooding and expansion of services

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Spaulding for Children

(Program) Toward “Adoption 2006” -- effort to place abused, neglected and abandoned children in adoption and to fi nalize the adoption of children currently in adoptive placement

2006 $10,000 $10,000

St. James House of Baytown

(Program) Toward fi nancial assistance for elderly residents needing nursing or sheltered care and who cannot afford the full cost of care

2006 $5,000 $5,000

St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church

(Operating) Toward helping provide salary and benefi ts for staff working with low-income children (after-school) and adults (GED, etc.) in Neartown area

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Star of Hope Mission*

(Capital) Toward renovation and repair of the Transitional Living Center and the Women & Family Emergency Shelter for homeless single women and their children

2004 $45,000 $15,000

Summit Organization, The

(Program) Toward effort to lower the 62% denial rate of Social Security disability benefi ts for the economically disadvantaged in Houston and Harris County

2006 $5,000 $5,000



Sunshine Kids Foundation, The

(Program) Toward group activities for children with cancer in the greater Houston area

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Taping For the Blind, Inc.

(Operating) Toward turning sight into sound through radio reading, custom recording and audio description for those unable to read standard text

2006 $5,000 $5,000

Texas Hearing and Service Dogs

(Capital) Toward effort to build a Training Building and Education & Visitor’s Center on Texas Hearing and Service Dogs main campus

2006 $40,000 $20,000

Turning Point Center

(Capitol) Toward construction of a training center to accommodate various services including job development and life skills and to serve as an activity center

2006 $50,000 $25,000

Unlimited Visions Aftercare, Inc.

(Program) Toward “Bridge to Recovery” -- assistance to adults and adolescents struggling against drugs, alcohol and mental illness

2006 $7,500 $7,500

Vita-Living, Inc.

(Program) Toward the purchase of a new 5-passenger wheelchair van to better serve their disabled clients transportation needs

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Wesley Community Center

(Operating) Toward youth programs, community services and health clinics designed to serve low-income, at risk residents of a primarily Hispanic neighborhood

2005 $30,000 $15,000

WOMAN, Inc.*

(Operating) Toward providing affordable, transitional housing with supportive services for women leaving abusive situations

2006 $15,000 $15,000



Women’s Home, The*

(Program) Toward expansion of the Residential Program for women in crisis that includes psychiatric and chemical dependency care, along with other supportive services that help residents become independent and self-suffi cient

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Women’s Resource of Greater Houston, The*

(Operating) Toward helping women and girls develop social, fi nancial and personal skills through fi nancial literacy education, research on issues that matter to women, girls and families and collaborative grantmaking

2006 $15,000 $15,000

YMCA Greater Houston Area

(Capital) Toward support for the West Orem Family building campaign to provide services for needy and underserved children and families in Southwest Houston

2004 $125,000 $25,000

*Women/Girls




2006

Amigos de las Americas

(Operating) Toward building partnerships to empower young leaders, advance community development and strengthen multi-cultural understanding in the Americas

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston

(Operating) Toward providing mentoring services for children in the greater Houston area

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Fifth Ward Enrichment Program, Inc.

(Operating) Toward capacity building to develop necessary infrastructure to continue empowering young men to become productive and responsible members of their families and their communities

2006 $15,000 $15,000

Houston Golf Association

(Operating) Toward program aimed at impacting the lives of children by teaching important life skills through the game of golf

2006 $20,000 $20,000

Kick Drugs Out of America (dba Kickstart)

(Program) Toward martial arts-based program to strengthen students’ self-image, utilizing character building and life skills curriculum

2006 $10,000 $10,000

Zina Garrison All Court Tennis Academy

(Operating) Toward tennis program that teaches life skills, promotes community service, strengthens educational opportunities and provides positive role models

2005 $20,000 $10,000


2 0 0 6The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons Foundation2006 GRANTS: YOUTH


2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons FoundationFINANCIAL SUMMARY

Th e value of Th e Simmons Foundation cash andinvestments changed from $24.6 million in 2005 to $26.9 million in 2006. Th e total investment returnin 2006 was 17.57%.

Th e Simmons Foundation has a long term assetallocation target for its investments of 60% equity,15% fi xed income, 22% alternative investments(market neutral) and 3% cash. At the end of 2006, the endowment’s investments were allocated as follows: 49% equity, 14% fi xed income, 22% alternativeinvestments (market neutral) and 15% cash.


2006

BALANCE SHEET

ASSETS

Cash 3,962,796.89$ Accounts Receivable 53,024.67 Stocks, Corporate Bonds, and Other Investments 22,922,500.00

TOTAL ASSETS 26,938,321.56$

LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCE

Liabilities - Fund Balance 24,670,844.10 Net Income/Loss (Fiscal Year 2006) 2,259,501.18

TOTAL LIABILITIES & FUND BALANCES 26,930,345.28$

STATEMENT OF INCOME, EXPENSE, AND GRANTS

INCOME

Interest, dividends, and other income 1,673,651.34$

EXPENSES AND GRANTS

Other Administrative Expenses 60,105.11 Excise and Other Taxes 20,536.66 Grants 2,075,500.00 Memberships 1,660.00 Realized and Unrealized Capital Gains (2,751,627.89)

TOTAL EXPENSES AND GRANTS (593,826.12)

NET INCREASE IN ASSETS (income less expenses & grants) 2,267,477.46$

Note: Assets are shown at market value

2006The Simmons FoundationThe Simmons FoundationFINANCIAL STATEMENT

YEAR ENDING 12/31/2006

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