Simon Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Simon Family Foundation is a private foundation in White Plains, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $976,000 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $50,000 and the largest $500,000. 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$976,000
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$50,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$3.5 million
- New grantees82%
Giving in 2025 was up from $631,906 the year before.
82% 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 | $190,000 | 8 | $4.0 million |
| 2024 | $631,906 | 13 | $3.8 million |
| 2025 | $976,000 | 11 | $3.5 million |
How to apply
Simon Family 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 Simon Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 5 | $725,000 |
| New York | 4 | $151,000 |
| Puerto Rico | 1 | $50,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | General | $500,000 |
| The Change Your Brain Change Your Life Foundation | General | $100,000 |
| The Abraham Initiatives | General | $50,000 |
| Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball Charter School | General | $50,000 |
| Education Leads to Success Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Joe Torre Safe at Home | General | $50,000 |
| The Life You Can Save | General | $50,000 |
| Options for Learning | General | $50,000 |
| Salva Rincon | General | $50,000 |
| Voces 8 Foundation | General | $25,000 |
| Montauk Fire Department | General | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mario Testani
- Paul Simon
Questions people ask
Does Simon Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simon Family Foundation give?
$976,000 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $50,000.
Who runs Simon Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mario Testani (Trustee) and Paul Simon (Trustee).
What does Simon Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.