Nessel Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Nessel Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Norwalk, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $877,000 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $500,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$877,000
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$6.2 million
- New grantees10%
Giving in 2025 was up from $402,000 the year before.
10% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $541,000 | 35 | $6.1 million |
| 2024 | $402,000 | 30 | $6.4 million |
| 2025 | $877,000 | 29 | $6.2 million |
How to apply
Nessel Family Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Nessel Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 26 | $854,500 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Funding for New Organ | $500,000 |
| Thrive Cooperative Center for Wellness | General | $100,000 |
| Bridgeport Hospital Foundation | General Support and Cardiac Facility Remodeling | $35,000 |
| Center for Family Justice | General | $30,000 |
| Norwalk Hospital Foundation | General | $30,000 |
| Americares Foundation | 2025 Emergency Support | $20,000 |
| Horizons at GFA | General | $20,000 |
| Applied Behaviorial Rehabilitation Institute dba Home For the Brave | General | $10,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles | Emergency Support for Fire Relief | $10,000 |
| Everytown | General | $10,000 |
| IRIS Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services | General | $10,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | General | $10,000 |
| Norma F Pfriem Breast Care Center | General | $10,000 |
| Nourish Bridgeport Inc | General | $10,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | General | $7,500 |
| Prospector Theater | General | $7,500 |
| Wilton High School | Community Steps/Support Center | $7,500 |
| Bridgeport Ladies Charitable Society | General | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Challenge & Mission Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School PTSA | Scholarships for Outdoor Adventure Club | $5,000 |
| Jerusalem Peacebuilders | General | $5,000 |
| Operation Hope Inc | General | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | General | $5,000 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School PTA | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Tomlinson Middle School PTSA | Counselors Discretionary Fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of The Norwalk River Valley Trail Inc | General | $2,500 |
| My Sisters' Place | General | $2,500 |
| Wholesome Wave LLC | General | $2,500 |
| Mill River Wetland Committee | General | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David L Nessel
- Judy Nessel
- David L Godfrey
- Paul Nessel
- Anna Nessel
- Sawyer Nessel
Questions people ask
Does Nessel Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nessel Family Foundation Inc give?
$877,000 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Nessel Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists David L Nessel (President), Judy Nessel (Director), David L Godfrey (Secretary) and Paul Nessel (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Nessel Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, health and education.