Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Carmel, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $16.4 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $1.5 million and the largest $5.0 million. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$16.4 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$1.5 million
- Largest grant$5.0 million
- Assets$86.4 million
- New grantees63%
Giving in 2024 was up from $12.1 million the year before.
63% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $12.1 million | 6 | $86.9 million |
| 2024 | $16.4 million | 9 | $86.4 million |
How to apply
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation 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 Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Pennsylvania.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5.0 million |
| District of Columbia | 3 | $4.0 million |
| New York | 2 | $3.5 million |
| Illinois | 2 | $3.3 million |
| Indiana | 1 | $600,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Regents of Mercersburg College | Contribution for financial aid, faculty support, program support, capital, unrestricted annual giving and current-restricted gifting | $5.0 million |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | Resolute campaign | $2.0 million |
| Future Now Institute | Support nonpartisan education to voters and legislators about the importance of democratic principles | $2.0 million |
| Anti-Defamation League | Adl midwest annual fundraising campaign | $2.0 million |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | Support efforts to protect the future of our democracy and ensure the rights of all individuals, especially the most vulnerable | $1.5 million |
| Democracy Matters Foundation | Support progressive communications and programs | $1.5 million |
| Anti-Defamation League | Adl for good campaign | $1.3 million |
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | Campaign for our zoo - our community - our world | $600,000 |
| American Independent Foundation | Support strong independent journalism that helps create positive societal change through increased public awareness of progressive issues | $500,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah Joy Simon
Questions people ask
Does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation give?
$16.4 million in tax year 2024, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $1.5 million.
Who runs Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Deborah Joy Simon (Trustee).
What does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.