The Fred and Eve Simon Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyOmaha, Nebraska · EIN 36-3585646 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$708K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$40,000
Total assets$246K
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $125,000.
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
12% of grants went outside Nebraska.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joslyn Art Museum | Omaha, NE | Support art exhibitions | $200,000 |
| Omaha Community Foundation | Omaha, NE | Support community funds | $177,750 |
| American Midwest Ballet | Omaha, NE | Support performing artists | $125,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Omaha - Jewish Community Relations Council | Omaha, NE | Foster a just, democratic, and pluralistic society | $120,000 |
| Great Plains Theatre Commons | Omaha, NE | Support performing artists | $40,000 |
| Kindair at the Benson Theatre | Omaha, NE | Support performing artists | $25,000 |
| Jewish Federation of Omaha | Omaha, NE | Provide funds for community benefit activities | $10,000 |
| Ndi New Mexico | Santa Fe, NM | Support the arts to engage and motivate children | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $707,750 | 8 |
| 2023 | $1,917,200 | 49 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 17, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202523219349101142
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 36-3585646
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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