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Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation

Carmel, Indiana  ·  EIN 300125798  ·  Private foundation

Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation is a Indiana-based grantmaker. In its latest 990-PF filing it reported $8.0M in annual giving against $68.0M in assets. This page documents the 19 grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation — who they fund, what they prioritize, and what to know before reaching out.

$8.0M
Annual giving (FY2020)
$68.0M
Total assets
19
Grants tracked
2024
Most recent grant

What Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation funds

Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation's giving carries a documented focus on education.

Education

Grant history

The largest grants Bespoke Grants has on record for Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation, by amount:

RecipientLocationGrantYear
The Regents of Mercersburg College
CONTRIBUTION FOR FINANCIAL AID, FACULTY SUPPORT, PROGRAM SUPPORT, CAPITAL, UNRESTRICTED ANNUAL GIVING AND CURRENT-RESTRICTED GIFTING.
Mercersburg, PA$8.0M2020
The Regents of Mercersburg College
CONTRIBUTION FOR FINANCIAL AID, FACULTY SUPPORT, PROGRAM SUPPORT, CAPITAL, UNRESTRICTED ANNUAL GIVING AND CURRENT-RESTRICTED GIFTING.
Mercersburg, PA$6.0M2022
The Regents of Mercersburg College
CONTRIBUTION FOR FINANCIAL AID, FACULTY SUPPORT, PROGRAM SUPPORT, CAPITAL, UNRESTRICTED ANNUAL GIVING AND CURRENT-RESTRICTED GIFTING.
Mercersburg, PA$5.0M2023
The Regents of Mercersburg College
CONTRIBUTION FOR FINANCIAL AID, FACULTY SUPPORT, PROGRAM SUPPORT, CAPITAL, UNRESTRICTED ANNUAL GIVING AND CURRENT-RESTRICTED GIFTING
Mercersburg, PA$5.0M2024
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
RESOLUTE CAMPAIGN
New York, NY$2.0M2024
Anti-defamation League
ADL MIDWEST ANNUAL FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN
Chicago, IL$2.0M2024
Future Now Institute
SUPPORT NONPARTISAN EDUCATION TO VOTERS AND LEGISLATORS ABOUT THE IMPORTANCE OF DEMOCRATIC PRINCIPLES
Washington, DC$2.0M2024
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
CONTRIBUTION RELATING TO THE FOUNDATION'S SECOND PLEDGE PAYMENT IN SUPPORT OF THE RESOLUTE CAMPAIGN.
New York, NY$2.0M2023
The Future Now Institute Co Mele Brengarth & Assoc
CONTRIBUTION RELATING TO THE SUPPORT OF THE PROCESS OF SETTING UP, IMPLEMENTING, AND REPORTING FOR FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL CAMPAIGNS ACROSS
Washington, DC$2.0M2023
Planned Parenthood Federation of America
CONTRIBUTION RELATING TO THE FOUNDATION'S FIRST PLEDGE PAYMENT IN SUPPORT OF THE RESOLUTE CAMPAIGN.
New York, NY$2.0M2022
The American Independent Foundation
CONTRIBUTION TO SUPPORT COMMITMENT TO IMPACT JOURNALISM.
Washington, DC$1.5M2023
Democracy Matters Foundation
SUPPORT PROGRESSIVE COMMUNICATIONS AND PROGRAMS
Washington, DC$1.5M2024
American Civil Liberties Union Foundation
SUPPORT EFFORTS TO PROTECT THE FUTURE OF OUR DEMOCRACY AND ENSURE THE RIGHTS OF ALL INDIVIDUALS, ESPECIALLY THE MOST VULNERABLE
New York, NY$1.5M2024
Anti-defamation League
ADL FOR GOOD CAMPAIGN
Chicago, IL$1.3M2024
Media Matters for America
CONTRIBUTION TO SUPPORT THE COMPREHENSIVELY MONITORING, ANALYZING, AND CORRECTING CONSERVATIVE MISINFORMATION IN THE U.S. MEDIA.
Washington, DC$1.0M2023

Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation giving by year

Total grants Bespoke Grants has indexed for each filing year:

2020$8.0M
2022$9.0M
2023$12.1M
2024$16.4M

How to apply for funding from Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation

Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. Foundations of this size often give primarily to organizations they already know, so a concise letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first contact — not a full proposal.

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Frequently asked questions about Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation

Does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation's public filing does not specify an application process. A brief letter of inquiry or a warm introduction is usually the best first step with a private foundation of this size.
What does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation fund?
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation's grants focus on education. Recent recipients include The Regents of Mercersburg College, The Regents of Mercersburg College, The Regents of Mercersburg College. Its full grant history is listed above.
How much does Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation give in grants?
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation reported $8.0M in grants in its most recent IRS filing (FY2020). Across all years in our data it has awarded $45.5M over 19 grants.
Where is Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation located?
Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation is based in Carmel, Indiana. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 300125798.
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About this profile. This page is built from Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation's public IRS Form 990-PF and 990 filings, indexed by Bespoke Grants alongside 13M+ grants from 225,000+ U.S. foundations. Grant figures reflect filings available to date; IRS data publishes on a 1–2 year lag. Bespoke Grants is not affiliated with Deborah Joy Simon Charitable Foundation. Always confirm current giving priorities and application procedures with the foundation directly before applying.