Simple Paradox Union
Preselected recipients only
Simple Paradox Union is a private foundation in Wilmington, Delaware. In tax year 2025 it gave $144,400 in 17 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $117,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$144,400
- Number of grants17
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$117,000
- Assets$3.7 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2025 was up from $123,500 the year before.
35% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $95,250 | 20 | $3.1 million |
| 2024 | $123,500 | 17 | $3.3 million |
| 2025 | $144,400 | 17 | $3.7 million |
How to apply
Simple Paradox Union says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Simple Paradox Union funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Ohio.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Ohio | 1 | $117,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 6 | $18,300 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $5,000 |
| California | 4 | $2,200 |
| New York | 1 | $1,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $500 |
| Kansas | 2 | $400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fidelity Investments Charitable Gift Fund | Frankola Family Fund | $117,000 |
| Goggle Works | FUNDS FOR the ceramics studio, the heavy metals (aka welding) studio, and for general purpose | $13,000 |
| National Park Foundation | FUNDS FOR Great Sand Dunes National Park, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, Canyonlands National Park, and to Capitol Reef National Park | $4,000 |
| Helping Harvest Fresh Food Bank | General & Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Consumer Reports Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Montalvo Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Western Berks Ambulance Association | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wikimedia Foundation Inc | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Wyomissing Public Library | General & Unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Friends of the Saratoga Libraries | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Holliston Pantry Shelf Inc | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Second Harvest of Silicon Valley | General & Unrestricted | $500 |
| Childrens Alopecia Project | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| Cloud County Historical Society | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| National Orphan Train Complex Inc | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| St Andrews Episcopal Church | General & Unrestricted | $200 |
| Muhlenberg Community Library Assn | General & Unrestricted | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Jim Frankola
- Pamela D Frankola
Questions people ask
Does Simple Paradox Union accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simple Paradox Union give?
$144,400 in tax year 2025, across 17 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Simple Paradox Union?
Its 2025 filing lists Jim Frankola (Dir, Pres) and Pamela D Frankola (Dir, Sec, Treas).
What does Simple Paradox Union fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger and education.