Nelson Family Community Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nelson Family Community Foundation is a private foundation in Riley, Kansas. In tax year 2025 it gave $13,738 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $4,738 and the largest $8,000. 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$13,738
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$4,738
- Largest grant$8,000
- Assets$60,177
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was down from $14,000 the year before.
33% 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 | $39,608 | 3 | $52,334 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 3 | $52,110 |
| 2025 | $13,738 | 3 | $60,177 |
How to apply
Nelson Family Community 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Nelson Family Community Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Kansas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kansas | 3 | $13,738 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Community Food Basket | General operations | $8,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General operations | $4,738 |
| Manhattan Community Foundation | Bountiful bins | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jordy Nelson
- Emily Nelson
- Kim Nelson
- Kelsey Lawrenz
- Michael Nelson
- Becky Nelson
- Chandra Ruthstrom
- Lori Rogge
- Jennifer Kulp
Questions people ask
Does Nelson Family Community Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nelson Family Community Foundation give?
$13,738 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $4,738.
Who runs Nelson Family Community Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Jordy Nelson (Director and), Emily Nelson (Director), Kim Nelson (Dir, Pres. &) and Kelsey Lawrenz (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.
What does Nelson Family Community Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly food and hunger, housing and homelessness and community development.