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Simons Family Foundation is a private corporation based in HOUSTON, TX. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1997. The principal officer is Butler & Binion L L P. It holds total assets of $194K. Annual income is reported at $15K. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. The foundation primarily funds organizations in District of Columbia and Texas. According to available records, Simons Family Foundation has made 121 grants totaling $59K, with a median grant of $250. Annual giving has grown from $10K in 2020 to $15K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $25K distributed across 48 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $3K, with an average award of $487.603. The foundation has supported 36 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Massachusetts, Texas, District of Columbia, which account for 69% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$250
Median Grant
$250
Average Grant
$413
Largest Grant
$2K
Based on 23 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Simons Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 121 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MA, TX, DC.
Simons Family Foundation has distributed a total of $59K across 121 grants. The median grant size is $250, with an average of $487.603. Individual grants have ranged from $250 to $3K.
Simons Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Simons Family Foundation is headquartered in HOUSTON, TX. While based in TX, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Herbert D Simons | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David B Simons | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Michael W Hilliard | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$16K
Total Assets
$194K
Fair Market Value
$270K
Net Worth
$194K
Grants Paid
$15K
Contributions
$2K
Net Investment Income
$10K
Distribution Amount
$14K
Total: $191K
Total Grants
121
Total Giving
$59K
Average Grant
$487.603
Median Grant
$250
Unique Recipients
36
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Friends Of St GeorgesGENERAL | Charleston, SC | $3K | 2023 |
| Md Anderson Cancer CenterGENERAL | Houston, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| NehgsGENERAL | Boston, MA | $2K | 2023 |
| Houston Grand OperaGENERAL | Houston, TX | $2K | 2023 |
| International Rescue CommitteeGENERAL | Albert Lea, MN | $1K | 2023 |
| Yellowstone ForeverGENERAL | Gardiner, MT | $500 | 2023 |
| Alzheimers AssociationGENERAL | Chicago, IL | $500 | 2023 |
| Planned ParenthoodGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Student Conservation AssociationGENERAL | Charlestown, NH | $250 | 2023 |
| World Wildlife FundGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| African Wildlife FoundationGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Brady Center To Prevent Gun ViolenceGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Defenders Of WildlifeGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| National Park FoundationGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Nature ConservancyGENERAL | Arlington, VA | $250 | 2023 |
| Alaska Wilderness LeagueGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| American Battlefield TrustGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Houston Humane SocietyGENERAL | Houston, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| American Kidney FunGENERAL | Rockville, MD | $250 | 2023 |
| American RiversGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Citizens For Animal ProtectionGENERAL | Houston, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| Houston SpcaGENERAL | Houston, TX | $250 | 2023 |
| International Fd For Animal WelfareGENERAL | Yarmouth, MA | $250 | 2023 |
| National Parks Cons AssociationGENERAL | Washington Dc, DC | $250 | 2023 |
| Duke Lemer CenterGENERAL | Durham, NC | $250 | 2022 |