David J Simon Foundation
Preselected recipients only
David J Simon Foundation is a private foundation in New York, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $78,182 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $18,000. 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$78,182
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$18,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $47,000 the year before.
46% 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 | $31,000 | 10 | $1.6 million |
| 2024 | $47,000 | 11 | $1.7 million |
| 2025 | $78,182 | 14 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
David J Simon 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 David J Simon Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 6 | $49,182 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $14,500 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $7,500 |
| Florida | 1 | $2,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,500 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fund for the Aged | Charitable | $18,000 |
| Help USA Fund | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Melanoma Research Foundation | Charitable | $12,500 |
| Our House | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Brazil Foundation | Charitable | $5,182 |
| Foundation to Combat Antisemitism | Charitable | $3,000 |
| Muhlenberg College | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Fairplay Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| University of Miami | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Fairplay Inc | Charitable | $2,000 |
| St Jude | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Michael J Fox Foundation | Charitable | $2,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Memorial Sloan Kettering | Charitable | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- David J Simon
Questions people ask
Does David J Simon Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does David J Simon Foundation give?
$78,182 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs David J Simon Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David J Simon (President).
What does David J Simon Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.