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The Herbert Simon Family Foundation is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on fostering impactful initiatives through a relationship-based engagement model. With a total of $13.7 million in grants paid to 78 grantees in 2024, the foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on an invitation-only basis for funding opportunities. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share

CENTRAL INDIANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC
$54.5M
84%

Indiana University Foundation
$1.6M
2%

The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Inc
$650K
1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION?
No. HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION give?
HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Indiana, New York, and California. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $39 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded about 4 grants, totaling nearly $13.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 80 grantees. Recent grantees include CENTRAL INDIANA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION INC, Indiana University Foundation, and The Children's Museum of Indianapolis Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION?
HERBERT SIMON FAMILY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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