Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat
Preselected recipients only
Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat is a private foundation in Karnes City, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $77,724 in 16 grants; the typical grant was $450 and the largest $53,200. 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$77,724
- Number of grants16
- Typical grant$450
- Largest grant$53,200
- Assets$1.3 million
- New grantees93%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
93% 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 | $0 | 0 | $51,461 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $1.2 million |
| 2025 | $77,724 | 16 | $1.3 million |
How to apply
Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat 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 and Sue Kotara Family Foundat funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 15 | $77,224 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Polish Heritage Ctr | Charity | $53,200 |
| Joesph Anthony Fdn | Scholarships | $15,000 |
| Karnes Cnty Youth Show | Scholarships | $3,954 |
| Polish Amer Cncl Tx | Charity | $1,250 |
| Panna Maria Mens Club | Charity | $1,150 |
| Immaculate Conception | Public Charity | $1,000 |
| Show Hope | Charity | $500 |
| Gamma Omicron | Education | $500 |
| County Line Comm Band | Public Assistan | $400 |
| Panna Maria Com Fund | Charity | $250 |
| Heb-Stcht | Charity | $150 |
| Individual | Education | $100 |
| Childrens Hospital | Charity | $100 |
| Witte Museum | Charity | $80 |
| 4 H Travlers | Education | $50 |
| Astef | Education | $40 |
Officers and trustees
- Sue Kotara
- Amy Davis
- Jessica Pierce
- Alexander Kotara
Questions people ask
Does Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat give?
$77,724 in tax year 2025, across 16 grants, with a typical grant of $450.
Who runs Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat?
Its 2025 filing lists Sue Kotara (Director), Amy Davis (Director), Jessica Pierce (Director) and Alexander Kotara (Director).
What does Simon and Sue Kotara Family Foundat fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and youth programs.