Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rye Brook, New York. In tax year 2024 it gave $84,350 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$84,350
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$1.1 million
- New grantees64%
Giving in 2024 was down from $104,250 the year before.
64% 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 | $104,250 | 8 | $968,780 |
| 2024 | $84,350 | 14 | $1.1 million |
How to apply
Suzanne Cohn Simon Family 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 Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to New York.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New York | 4 | $28,750 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $20,100 |
| California | 5 | $15,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $5,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia University | Cash | $20,000 |
| Children of Heroes of Ukraine - Global Giving | Cash | $20,000 |
| The Good Food Institute | Cash | $10,000 |
| Animal Equality | Cash | $7,500 |
| Team Dreamers Foundation | Cash | $5,000 |
| Lever Foundation | Cash | $5,000 |
| Allied Scholars for Animal Protection | Cash | $5,000 |
| Storefront Academy Harlem | Cash | $5,000 |
| The Hunter College Foundation | Cash | $2,750 |
| Material Innovation Initiative | Cash | $2,500 |
| Storefront Academy Harlem | Cash | $1,000 |
| Team Dreamers Foundation | Cash | $300 |
| Team Dreamer Legacy Foundation | Cash | $200 |
| Children of Heroes of Ukraine - Global Giving | Cash | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- David Wasser
- Deborah Wasser
- Susan Vaughan
Questions people ask
Does Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc give?
$84,350 in tax year 2024, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists David Wasser (Vice Pres), Deborah Wasser (Pres/Treas) and Susan Vaughan (Secretary).
What does Suzanne Cohn Simon Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, international and youth programs.