Manoogian Simone Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Manoogian Simone Foundation is a private foundation in Dearborn, Michigan. In tax year 2025 it gave $12.0 million in 7 grants; the typical grant was $450,000 and the largest $8.6 million. 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$12.0 million
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$450,000
- Largest grant$8.6 million
- Assets$227 million
- New grantees83%
Giving in 2025 was up from $9.5 million the year before.
83% of its 2025 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 | $9.4 million | 3 | $229 million |
| 2024 | $9.5 million | 7 | $233 million |
| 2025 | $12.0 million | 7 | $227 million |
How to apply
Manoogian Simone 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 Manoogian Simone Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 1 | $8.6 million |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $2.1 million |
| California | 4 | $1.3 million |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Schwab Charitable Fund (Donor Advised) | Operating fund | $8.6 million |
| Visual Armenian Foundation | Educational | $2.1 million |
| The Armenian Philharmonic Orchestra Foundation | Religious/cultural | $500,000 |
| Armenian Wounded Heroes Fund | Operating fund | $450,000 |
| Sahag-Armenian Christian School Inc | Educational | $200,000 |
| Classical Armenian | Religious/cultural | $150,000 |
| Visual Armenian Foundation | Educational | $40,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Christine M Simone
- David Simone
- Mark Simone
Questions people ask
Does Manoogian Simone Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Manoogian Simone Foundation give?
$12.0 million in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $450,000.
Who runs Manoogian Simone Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Christine M Simone (President / Treasurer), David Simone (Director) and Mark Simone (V.P. / Secretary).
What does Manoogian Simone Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and arts and culture.