The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation is a private foundation based in Birmingham, Michigan. Its 2025 grants went to charitable organizations and other recipients in Michigan, Texas, Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, supporting purposes that included scholarships, veterans, education, and community programs.
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation at a glance
In short: The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation gave $117K across 20 grants in 2025 (avg $6K), mostly in Michigan. 80% of 2025 grantees were new. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $117,031
- +17.6% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 20
- +66.7% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $5,852
- -29.4% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $1,600
- Total assets
- $33,399
- +80.8% vs 2024
- New grantees (estimate)
- 80% first-time grantees (16 of 20, 2025; small sample)
- Primary geography
- Michigan (50% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2025; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: 335 E Maple 200, Birmingham, MI 48009
Phone: (313) 662-3577
Website: https://samandnadasimonfoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was De La Salle Collegiate ($39K). Together the top 10 received $110K.
Grant Size Distribution
81 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 81 grants of 81 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2025 grant dollars were distributed among recipients in Michigan (50%), Texas (35%), Alabama (7%), Florida (4%), and Georgia (3%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 20 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation open to new grantees?
80%
first-time grantees, 2025
In 2025, 16 of 20 grantees (80%) were first-time recipients. With only 20 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 5 points. First grants averaged $4K; repeat grants $14K. How we count
Medians: $1K first-time, $9K repeat.
- 20% of 2025 grantees were also funded in 2024. Method
- Giving grew 129% from 2022 to 2025. Method
- In 2025 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2020–2025). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $35K (2020) to $117K (2025). In 2025 it made 20 grants totaling $117K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| De La Salle Collegiate Warren, MI | Tuition/ Scholarship Program (3) Individuals | $39,000 |
| Houston Base Party February 2025 Houston, TX | Houston Base Party February 25, 2024 | $30,701 |
| Piquette Square for Veterans Detroit, MI | Supports Homeless Veterans | $13,504 |
| Tuskegee University Tuskegee, AL | Tuition for Student Michael Perry | $8,000 |
| Women of Tomorrow Miami, FL | Mentor & Scholarship Program | $5,000 |
| One Church Bethel's Family Houston, TX | Donation to Church | $4,500 |
| Pentagon USA Atlanta, GA | Bulletin | $2,995 |
| Relentless Soccer Club New Braunfels, TX | Bronze Sponsorship | $2,500 |
| Houston Independent School District Houston, TX | Houston Police Explorer Program | $2,100 |
| Harbor Christian Academy Houston, TX | Donation Enrichment Trip Needs for School | $1,700 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $33,399 | $170,385 | $153,425 | $117,031 | 20 | $117,031 | $2,077 |
| 2024 | $18,478 | $115,350 | $123,477 | $99,491 | 12 | $99,491 | $1,674 |
| 2023 | $24,557 | $82,750 | $74,287 | $60,634 | 17 | $60,634 | $1,563 |
| 2022 | $15,994 | $66,691 | $57,750 | $51,058 | 12 | $51,058 | $802 |
| 2021 | $7,453 | $84,880 | $77,246 | $65,627 | 20 | — | $698 |
| 2020 | $5,686 | $40,713 | $75,486 | $35,460 | 11 | — | $1,137 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation reported a distributable amount of $2K for 2025 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants include support for organizations with varied purposes. Tuskegee University describes its mission as providing postsecondary educational opportunities and contributing to society through research and development. The Houston Independent School District Foundation says it mobilizes community support for innovative district priorities and funds projects and programs outside the district’s operating budget. Harbor Christian Academy says it seeks to transform students from varied backgrounds through classical Christian education. The Greater Flint Hockey Association describes its mission as developing character and sportsmanship and supporting players’ physical and social well-being.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 20 grants totaling $117,031. Grants ranged from $136 to $39,000, with a median of $1,600.
Among the largest reported grants were $39,000 to De La Salle Collegiate for tuition and scholarships for three individuals; $30,701 to Houston Base Party; $13,504 to Piquette Square for Veterans to support homeless veterans; and $8,000 to Tuskegee University for a student’s tuition. Other recipients included Women of Tomorrow ($5,000), One Church Bethel’s Family ($4,500), Pentagon USA ($2,995), Relentless Soccer Club ($2,500), Houston Independent School District ($2,100), Harbor Christian Academy ($1,700), United Community Family Services ($1,500), and Asia Lanay ($1,195). The Greater Flint Hockey Association also received $500 in 2025.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2025 filing lists Sam Simon as president and treasurer, Nada Simon as vice president, and Mike Evans as secretary.
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation is led by Sam Simon, President & Treasurer on every filing since 2020; none of the 3 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Sam Simon
President & Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Evans
Secretary
On filings since 2020
0.2 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Nada Simon
Vice President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation
How much does The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation give each year?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation gave $117K across 20 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2024 it gave $99K across 12 grants.
What is The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's typical grant size?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's median grant in 2025 was $1,600, and its average grant was $5,852, across 20 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Organizations receiving their first grant from The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation that year got $4K on average.
Where does The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation give grants?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation gives mostly in Michigan: 50% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Texas (35%) and Alabama (7%). The most frequent recipient cities were Houston, TX (4 grants) and Taylor, MI (3 grants).
Does The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 20 grants with a stated purpose on The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's 2025 IRS Form 990-PF were described as general or operating support.
Who are The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's largest grantees?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's largest 2025 grantees include De La Salle Collegiate ($39,000), Houston Base Party February 2025 ($30,701) and Piquette Square for Veterans ($13,504), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 71% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation reported $33K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $117K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $2K (roughly 5% of its investment assets).
What does The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its grants include support for organizations with varied purposes. Tuskegee University describes its mission as providing postsecondary educational opportunities and contributing to society through research and development. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation?
The foundation states on its 2024 filing that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's EIN?
The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 27-0581002. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Does The Sam & Nada Simon Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
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- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
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