Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyCarmel, Indiana · EIN 30-0125798 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$16.4M
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$1,500,000
Total assets$86.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,333,334 and $2,000,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
88% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Regents of Mercersburg College | Mercersburg, PA | Contribution for financial aid, faculty support, program support, capital, unrestricted annual giving and current-restricted gifting | $5,000,000 |
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America | New York, NY | Resolute campaign | $2,000,000 |
| Future Now Institute | Washington, DC | Support nonpartisan education to voters and legislators about the importance of democratic principles | $2,000,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Chicago, IL | Adl midwest annual fundraising campaign | $2,000,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union Foundation | New York, NY | Support efforts to protect the future of our democracy and ensure the rights of all individuals, especially the most vulnerable | $1,500,000 |
| Democracy Matters Foundation | Washington, DC | Support progressive communications and programs | $1,500,000 |
| Anti-Defamation League | Chicago, IL | Adl for good campaign | $1,333,334 |
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | Indianapolis, IN | Campaign for our zoo - our community - our world | $600,000 |
| American Independent Foundation | Washington, DC | Support strong independent journalism that helps create positive societal change through increased public awareness of progressive issues | $500,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $16,433,334 | 9 |
| 2023 | $12,100,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Sep 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532539349100028
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 30-0125798
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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