Nelson Family Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nelson Family Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Elkhart, Iowa. In tax year 2025 it gave $97,700 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $2,400 and the largest $49,000. 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$97,700
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$2,400
- Largest grant$49,000
- Assets$723,331
- New grantees23%
Giving in 2025 was down from $124,800 the year before.
23% 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 | $124,800 | 25 | $564,042 |
| 2025 | $97,700 | 22 | $723,331 |
How to apply
Nelson Family 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 Nelson Family Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Iowa.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 8 | $60,500 |
| Colorado | 3 | $8,400 |
| Florida | 2 | $7,200 |
| North Carolina | 2 | $6,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Michigan | 1 | $2,500 |
| Idaho | 1 | $2,400 |
| Indiana | 1 | $2,400 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $2,400 |
| Washington | 1 | $2,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New City Church of Ankeny | Religious | $49,000 |
| Focus on the Family | General support | $5,000 |
| Samaritan's Purse | General support | $5,000 |
| Pioneers | General support | $4,800 |
| Alpha Women's Center | General support | $2,500 |
| Family Research Council | General support | $2,500 |
| Heritage Foundation | General support | $2,500 |
| Ruth Harbor | General support | $2,500 |
| Ankeny Christian Academy | General support | $2,500 |
| Global Partners | General support | $2,400 |
| Mission Aviation Fellowship | Religious | $2,400 |
| Navigators | General support | $2,400 |
| Wycliffe | General support | $2,400 |
| Action International | General support | $2,400 |
| Abwe | General support | $2,400 |
| Childserve Foundation | General support | $1,000 |
| Colson Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Freedom for Youth | General support | $1,000 |
| Neveln Center - Ankeny Service Center | General support | $1,000 |
| Precept | General support | $1,000 |
| The Ankeny Klothing Exchange | General support | $1,000 |
| World Movers | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- David Nelson
- Jennifer Nelson
Questions people ask
Does Nelson Family Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nelson Family Charitable Foundation give?
$97,700 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $2,400.
Who runs Nelson Family Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists David Nelson (President/Treasurer) and Jennifer Nelson (Secretary).
What does Nelson Family Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and international.