Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $6.9 million in 39 grants; the typical grant was $100,000 and the largest $1.5 million. 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$6.9 million
- Number of grants39
- Typical grant$100,000
- Largest grant$1.5 million
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees38%
Giving in 2024 was down from $8.1 million the year before.
38% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8.1 million | 41 | $3.6 million |
| 2024 | $6.9 million | 39 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Simon Bolivar 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Florida. It also paid $295,938 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 4 | $1.9 million |
| Texas | 20 | $1.8 million |
| New York | 4 | $635,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $437,500 |
| Oregon | 1 | $437,500 |
| Virginia | 4 | $431,524 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $295,000 |
| California | 1 | $250,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $150,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Pan American Development Foundation | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $1.5 million |
| Texas Children's Hospital | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $745,500 |
| Medical Teams International | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $437,500 |
| Project Hope-The People-To-People | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $437,500 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $317,937 |
| GlobalGiving Foundation | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $295,000 |
| Fundahigado America Foundation | Donation of Equipment, supplies and services to hospitals | $281,598 |
| Scalabrini Intl Migration Network Inc | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $270,000 |
| International Federation of Red Cross | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $250,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $250,000 |
| Foundation Caring For Colombia LTD | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $165,000 |
| Friends of the Children of Venezuela Inc | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $156,250 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $151,798 |
| Venezuela Now Inc | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $150,000 |
| Global Impact | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $134,426 |
| Sociedad Amigos del HEP Inc | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $125,000 |
| Ven Da Tu Mano Foundation | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $125,000 |
| Aid for Aids | Small grants program | $100,000 |
| Aid for Aids | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $100,000 |
| Legacy Community Health | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $100,000 |
| Spring Branch Community Health Center | Medium/large grants program of Humanitarian Health | $100,000 |
| University Of Houston Foundation | Networking and Educational Program | $67,711 |
| Individual | Medical Assistant to Patients Residing in Venezuela for Treament not Available in Venezuela | $62,958 |
| William Marsh Rice University | Networking and Educational Program | $62,500 |
| Asociacion Cardiovascular Centro Occidental | Medical Assistant to Patients Residing in Venezuela for Treament not Available in Venezuela | $45,938 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $45,058 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $44,408 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $42,993 |
| Individual | Medical assistance for liver transplant | $33,161 |
| Big Little JC Organization | Networking and Educational Program | $18,000 |
| Fundahigado America Foundation | Networking and Educational Program | $12,000 |
| Christ Clinic | Networking and Educational Program | $10,000 |
| Spring Branch Community Health Center | Networking and Educational Program | $10,000 |
| Baylor College of Medicine | Networking and educational program | $7,708 |
| Latin Women Initiative | Networking and Educational Program | $7,500 |
| Latin Ladies Foundation of Houston | Networking and Educational Program | $5,000 |
| Local Infant Formula for Emergencies | Networking and Educational Program | $5,000 |
| Wellness for Growth Foundation | Networking and Educational Program | $5,000 |
| Operation Smile Inc | Networking and Educational Program | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Mariela Poleo
- Stephen McNabb
- Yollyfrancis Castellanos
- Bob Shoemaker
- Steve Scarpino
- Andres Padilla
- Pablo Perez
- David Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc give?
$6.9 million in tax year 2024, across 39 grants, with a typical grant of $100,000.
Who runs Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Mariela Poleo (President), Stephen McNabb (Treasurer), Yollyfrancis Castellanos (Assistant Secretary) and Bob Shoemaker (Controller & Ast. Treasurer) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Simon Bolivar Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, international and youth programs.