JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Clear Lake, Iowa. In tax year 2024 it gave $764,500 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $100,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$764,500
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$100,000
- Assets$9.1 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2024 was up from $379,900 the year before.
44% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $379,900 | 57 | $8.1 million |
| 2024 | $764,500 | 25 | $9.1 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Andrew Nelson PO Box 607, Clear Lake, IA 50428 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (641) 357-2121, drewandjillnelson@gmail.com |
| What to submit | No standardized forms are used; letter of request only |
What JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 12 | $324,500 |
| Minnesota | 5 | $185,000 |
| Kansas | 5 | $135,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $65,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $50,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Redeemer Bible Church | Capital improvements | $100,000 |
| Plymouth Bible Baptist Church | General support | $80,000 |
| World Harvest Outreach | Bldg. Float plane, hangar | $65,000 |
| Open Bible Church | General support | $59,500 |
| Clear Lake Classical | School grant | $50,000 |
| Trinity Academy Inc | Security vehicle | $50,000 |
| Infaith | Ashley colman | $50,000 |
| Goserv Global Inc | Moving assistance | $30,000 |
| Clear Lake Community Shools | General support | $27,000 |
| Mason City Family YMCA | General support | $25,000 |
| Southwest Christian High School | Building campaign | $25,000 |
| River City Community Church | Tech upgrades | $25,000 |
| St Johns Lutheran School | Capital campaign | $25,000 |
| Youth Horizons | General support | $25,000 |
| Together for Good | Families in crisis | $20,000 |
| Fellowship of Christian Athletes | General support | $20,000 |
| Hawkeye Harvest Food Bank | General support | $15,000 |
| Bethel College | Fine arts dep | $15,000 |
| Christian Assn of Youth Mentoring | Uganda training conference | $15,000 |
| United to Serve With Passion & Purp | General support | $13,000 |
| Salvation Army | General support | $12,000 |
| Freedom in His Grace | Womens' shelter | $5,000 |
| Serving Workers for the Harvest | General support | $5,000 |
| Cheer Fund | General support | $5,000 |
| Clear Lake Booster Club | General support | $3,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew Nelson
- Bruce Ouverson
- Jerry Davis
- Sara Briggs
Questions people ask
Does JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation give?
$764,500 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Andrew Nelson (President), Bruce Ouverson (Secretary), Jerry Davis (Treasurer) and Sara Briggs (Trustee).
What does JD Nelson and Debra Nelson Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, education and international.