Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai
Preselected recipients only
Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai is a private foundation in Chicago, Illinois. In tax year 2024 it gave $506,555 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $19,852 and the largest $50,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$506,555
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$19,852
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$14.4 million
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was down from $644,785 the year before.
29% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $644,785 | 20 | $13.9 million |
| 2024 | $506,555 | 24 | $14.4 million |
How to apply
Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai 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 Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Arizona.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 15 | $329,206 |
| Florida | 2 | $78,821 |
| North Dakota | 2 | $49,263 |
| Georgia | 1 | $9,853 |
| Iowa | 1 | $9,853 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $9,853 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $9,853 |
| New York | 1 | $9,853 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children in Need Foundation | General | $50,000 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | General | $49,263 |
| Arizona Science Center | General | $40,000 |
| Reigning Grace Ranch | General | $40,000 |
| American Heart Association | General | $29,558 |
| First United Methodist Church Treasurer | General | $29,558 |
| Arizonans for Children | General | $25,000 |
| Grand Canyon Council Scouting America | Scout center moving | $25,000 |
| Desert Mission Inc | General | $25,000 |
| Scottsdale Museum of the West | Education program support | $25,000 |
| Sunshine Rescue Missions | Revitalizing hope cottage: | $20,000 |
| International Dark Sky Discovery Center | Capital fund support | $20,000 |
| Crippled Children's School | General | $19,705 |
| Payson Senior Center Inc | General | $12,500 |
| Ralph Waldo Emerson Elementary | The mini med school program | $12,000 |
| Rehoboth Community Development | General | $10,000 |
| March of Dimes | General | $9,853 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of America | General | $9,853 |
| Mayo Clinic | General | $9,853 |
| St Paul's United Methodist Church | General | $9,853 |
| Canyon State Academy | General | $9,853 |
| The Salvation Army Gift Services Dept - FBO Arizona | General | $9,853 |
| Jamestown University | General | $9,853 |
| Prescott People Who Care | General | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- JP Morgan Chase Bank NA
- Peter Smith
- James Weaver
Questions people ask
Does Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai give?
$506,555 in tax year 2024, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $19,852.
Who runs Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai?
Its 2024 filing lists JP Morgan Chase Bank NA (Trustee), Peter Smith (Co-Trustee) and James Weaver (Co-Trustee).
What does Don Nierling Mem Fdn Tai fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, health and faith communities.