Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Burlington, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $20,050 in 28 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,000. 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$20,050
- Number of grants28
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$152,093
- New grantees31%
Giving in 2025 was up from $17,720 the year before.
31% of its 2025 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 | $19,000 | 25 | $126,958 |
| 2024 | $17,720 | 24 | $139,641 |
| 2025 | $20,050 | 28 | $152,093 |
How to apply
Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation 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 Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 26 | $19,400 |
| Illinois | 2 | $650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Area YMCA | Social assistance | $2,000 |
| Individual | Education assistance | $2,000 |
| Younghouse Family Services | Social assistance | $1,900 |
| Fort Madison Family YMCA | Social assistance | $1,500 |
| YMCA of Washington County Iowa | Social assistance | $1,500 |
| Hair Hats & More | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Burlington Building Bridges | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| Heartsong | Social assistance | $1,000 |
| SE Iowa Regional Hospice | Social assistance | $750 |
| Burlington Area Homeless Shelter | Social assistance | $750 |
| Salvation Army | Social assistance | $500 |
| Adds of SE Iowa | Social assistance | $500 |
| Transitions DMC | Social assistance | $500 |
| Junior Achievement of the Heartland | Social assistance | $500 |
| U of Ia Dance Marathon | Social assistance | $500 |
| Peoples Community Health Clinic | Social assistance | $500 |
| Cedar River Haven | Social assistance | $500 |
| Cedar Falls Community Foundation | Social assistance | $500 |
| Northeast Iowa Food Bank | Social assistance | $500 |
| Individual | Education assistance | $500 |
| Big Brother Big Sisters of Muscatine County | Social assistance | $250 |
| The Cupboard (City of Hope) | Social assistance | $250 |
| St Vincent Depaul Food Pantry | Social assistance | $250 |
| National Fire Safety Council | Social assistance | $250 |
| Burlington Area Crime Stoppers | Social assistance | $200 |
| Waterloo Police Foundation | Social assistance | $200 |
| Alzheimer's Association | Social assistance | $150 |
| Partners for Persons With Disabilities | Social assistance | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Chris M Smith
- James Maletta
- Thomas J Jones
- Charlie Carlson
- Dan Culp
Questions people ask
Does Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation give?
$20,050 in tax year 2025, across 28 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Chris M Smith (President), James Maletta (Vice President), Thomas J Jones (SecretaryTreasurer) and Charlie Carlson (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Carl A Nelson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, human services and health.