The Katalina and Michael Simon Foundation
Invitation OnlyWilmington, Delaware · EIN 85-1620436 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$350K
Organizations funded4
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$1.9M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 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
100% of grants went outside Delaware.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Notre Dame Du Lac | Notre Dame, IN | General & Unrestricted | $225,000 |
| Concord Academy | Concord, MA | to support the annual fund and to an unrestricted strategic gift | $50,000 |
| University of Dayton | Dayton, OH | Human Rights Center | $50,000 |
| Carroll School Corp | Wayland, MA | General & Unrestricted | $25,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $350,000 | 4 |
| 2023 | $320,000 | 5 |
| 2021 | $200,000 | 1 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 10, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543149349101354
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 85-1620436
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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