The Joshua Max Simon Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyCarbondale, Colorado · EIN 35-6692310 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$1.3M
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$250,000
Total assets$0
Half of its grants to organizations were between $250,000 and $250,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Colorado.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Life Inter Faith Team on Unemployment and Poverty | Rifle, CO | To support food distribution | $250,000 |
| Valley View Hospital Foundation | Glenwood Springs, CO | Cancer center endowment | $250,000 |
| The Buddy Program Inc | Aspen, CO | To support mentorship | $250,000 |
| Aspen Hope Center | Basalt, CO | To support mental health | $250,000 |
| The Town of Carbondale | Carbondale, CO | To support construction of carbondale pool | $250,000 |
| Public Broadcasting of Colorado Inc | Centennial, CO | To support public media | $30,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $1,280,000 | 6 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Oct 14, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202532879349100533
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 35-6692310
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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