Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation is a private foundation in Newton, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $34,650 in 14 grants; the typical grant was $300 and the largest $16,000. 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$34,650
- Number of grants14
- Typical grant$300
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$547,267
- New grantees42%
Giving in 2025 was up from $15,150 the year before.
42% of its 2025 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 | $12,100 | 13 | $445,984 |
| 2024 | $15,150 | 13 | $488,621 |
| 2025 | $34,650 | 14 | $547,267 |
How to apply
Jean and Murray Nelson 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 Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 14 | $34,650 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Centre for Arts and Artists | Workshop wiring and clayroom | $16,000 |
| Jasper County Concert Association | Programming | $7,000 |
| Newton Community Theatre | Unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Newton YMCA | Unrestricted | $1,500 |
| Individual | Unrestricted | $1,250 |
| Colfax Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Prarie City Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Monroe Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Lynnville Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Mingo Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Newton Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Baxter Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
| Sully Library | Unrestricted | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Caldwell
- Linda Klepinger
- Robert Lane
Questions people ask
Does Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation give?
$34,650 in tax year 2025, across 14 grants, with a typical grant of $300.
Who runs Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Margaret Caldwell (Trustee), Linda Klepinger (Trustee) and Robert Lane (Trustee).
What does Jean and Murray Nelson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.