J N Nelson Family Foundation
Accepts applications
J N Nelson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Boca Raton, Florida. In tax year 2025 it gave $466,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $13,250 and the largest $300,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$466,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$13,250
- Largest grant$300,000
- Assets$9.2 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $424,500 the year before.
0% 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 | $350,000 | 15 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $424,500 | 15 | $8.3 million |
| 2025 | $466,000 | 12 | $9.2 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Jay N Nelson 1780 Thatch Palm Dr, Boca Raton, FL 33432 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (810) 691-0649 |
| What to submit | Application forms can be obtained at the address listed above. |
| Restrictions | Limitation on awards to be determined by the foundation's board of directors on an annual basis. |
What J N Nelson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Florida.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Florida | 5 | $355,000 |
| Michigan | 4 | $44,000 |
| Ohio | 1 | $32,000 |
| California | 1 | $25,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Boco Raton Regional Hospital Foundation | General operations | $300,000 |
| Ohio State University | Mse dept | $32,000 |
| Hillsdale College | General operations | $25,000 |
| Hoover Institute | General operations | $25,000 |
| Lynn University | Conservatory of music | $25,000 |
| Scripps Research Institute | General operations | $16,500 |
| Flint Institute of Art | General operations | $10,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General operations | $10,000 |
| Order of St John's of Jerusalem | General operations | $8,500 |
| Salvation Army | General operations | $7,000 |
| National Society of Arts and Letters | General operations | $5,000 |
| Flint Rotary Club | General operations | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jay N Nelson
- Marilyn S Nelson
- Robin N Contessa
- Bonnie S Haschke
- David N Nelson
Questions people ask
Does J N Nelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does J N Nelson Family Foundation give?
$466,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $13,250.
Who runs J N Nelson Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jay N Nelson (President), Marilyn S Nelson (Vice President), Robin N Contessa (Treasurer) and Bonnie S Haschke (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does J N Nelson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and arts and culture.