Simons Family Foundation the
Preselected recipients only
Simons Family Foundation the is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,250 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $250 and the largest $5,000. 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$13,250
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$250
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$331,938
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14,000 the year before.
13% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,500 | 24 | $269,887 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 23 | $292,742 |
| 2025 | $13,250 | 23 | $331,938 |
How to apply
Simons Family Foundation the 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 Simons Family Foundation the funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 10 | $5,250 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,250 |
| Texas | 5 | $4,500 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
| Montana | 1 | $750 |
| Illinois | 1 | $500 |
| California | 1 | $250 |
| Maryland | 1 | $250 |
| Virginia | 1 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nehgs | General | $5,000 |
| The Society of the Cincinnati | General | $3,000 |
| MD Anderson Cancer Center | General | $2,000 |
| Houston Grand Opera | General | $1,750 |
| International Rescue Committee | General | $1,000 |
| Yellowstone Forever | General | $750 |
| Alzheimers Association | General | $500 |
| African Wildlife Foundation | General | $250 |
| American Battlefield Trust | General | $250 |
| American Kidney Fund | General | $250 |
| American Rivers | General | $250 |
| Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence | General | $250 |
| Citizens for Animal Protection | General | $250 |
| Defenders of Wildlife | General | $250 |
| Houston Humane Society | General | $250 |
| Houston SPCA | General | $250 |
| International FD for Animal Welfare | General | $250 |
| National Park Foundation | General | $250 |
| National Parks Cons Association | General | $250 |
| Nature Conservancy | General | $250 |
| Planned Parenthood | General | $250 |
| Save the Redwoods League | General | $250 |
| World Wildlife Fund | General | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Herbert D Simons
- David B Simons
- Michael W Hilliard
Questions people ask
Does Simons Family Foundation the accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Simons Family Foundation the give?
$13,250 in tax year 2025, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $250.
Who runs Simons Family Foundation the?
Its 2025 filing lists Herbert D Simons (Director), David B Simons (Director) and Michael W Hilliard (Director).
What does Simons Family Foundation the fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and international.