Herbert and Bui Simon Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyIndianapolis, Indiana · EIN 46-2577284 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$626K
Organizations funded11
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$13.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,950 and $50,000.
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
81% of grants went outside Indiana.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indianapolis Zoological Society Inc | Indianapolis, IN | To promote animal conservation; contribution in honor of spike & friends | $250,000 |
| American Friends of the Hebrew University | New York, NY | To provide academic and capital support to the hebrew university | $100,000 |
| Children's Museum of Indianapolis | Indianapolis, IN | To provide children with exceptional learning experiences | $50,000 |
| Marymount High School | Los Angeles, CA | Operations | $50,000 |
| Santa Barbara City College Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | To provide funding for tuition and other related education expenses for full-time students of sbcc | $50,000 |
| Vna Health Foundation | Santa Barbara, CA | Operations | $50,000 |
| Cesar Millan Foundation | Sherman Oaks, CA | To support the rescue, rehabilitation, and rehoming of abused and abandoned dogs. | $25,000 |
| Ganna Walska Lotusland | Santa Barbara, CA | To support the preservation and enhancement of the historic estate of madame ganna walska. | $25,000 |
| Los Angeles Police Foundation | Los Angeles, CA | Operations | $10,950 |
| American Bar Foundation | Chicago, IL | Donation in honor of sandra chan | $10,000 |
| Share Inc | Beverly Hills, CA | For general operations | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $625,950 | 11 |
| 2023 | $527,500 | 12 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202513189349100846
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-2577284
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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