Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana. In tax year 2024 it gave $625,950 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $250,000. 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$625,950
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$13.4 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2024 was up from $527,500 the year before.
46% 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 | $527,500 | 12 | $11.3 million |
| 2024 | $625,950 | 11 | $13.4 million |
How to apply
Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc 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 Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Indiana.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indiana | 2 | $300,000 |
| California | 7 | $215,950 |
| New York | 1 | $100,000 |
| Illinois | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | To promote animal conservation; contribution in honor of spike & friends | $250,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | To provide academic and capital support to the hebrew university | $100,000 |
| Children's Museum of Indianapolis | To provide children with exceptional learning experiences | $50,000 |
| Marymount High School | Operations | $50,000 |
| Santa Barbara City College Foundation | To provide funding for tuition and other related education expenses for full-time students of sbcc | $50,000 |
| Vna Health Foundation | Operations | $50,000 |
| Cesar Millan Foundation | To support the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of abused and abandoned dogs. | $25,000 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | To support the preservation and enhancement of the historic estate of madame ganna walska. | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | Operations | $10,950 |
| American Bar Foundation | Donation in honor of sandra chan | $10,000 |
| Share Inc | For general operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Porntip Bui Simon
- Herbert Simon
- Robyn L Freedman
- Mark N Bernstein
Questions people ask
Does Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc give?
$625,950 in tax year 2024, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Porntip Bui Simon (President), Herbert Simon (Vice President), Robyn L Freedman (Secretary) and Mark N Bernstein (Treasurer).
What does Herbert & Bui Simon Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly animals and education.