Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $71,500 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $2,500 and the largest $27,000. 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$71,500
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$2,500
- Largest grant$27,000
- Assets$1.0 million
- New grantees39%
Giving in 2025 was up from $70,750 the year before.
39% 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 | $57,500 | 8 | $947,330 |
| 2024 | $70,750 | 15 | $973,028 |
| 2025 | $71,500 | 18 | $1.0 million |
How to apply
Harris J and Geraldine S 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 Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to North Carolina.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | 1 | $27,000 |
| New Mexico | 6 | $18,500 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $14,550 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $3,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $2,300 |
| New York | 2 | $2,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $150 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Unsca Foundation | John nelson endowed | $27,000 |
| The Cultural Landscape Foundation | General & unrestricted | $12,550 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | General & unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Keres Childrens Learning Center | General & unrestricted | $4,000 |
| Sunrise Clinics | General & unrestricted | $3,500 |
| Cancer Foundation for New Mexico | General & unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Partnership for Providence Parks | General & unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Amigos Bravos Inc | General & unrestricted | $3,000 |
| New Mexico Wild | General & unrestricted | $3,000 |
| Breath of My Heart Birthplace | General & unrestricted | $2,000 |
| American Humane Association | General & unrestricted | $2,000 |
| Harvard Lampoon Trust | 2025 annual fund | $1,000 |
| Bronxville Beautification Council Inc | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Bronxville Histrocial Consrvancy | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| Commonwealth Foundation | General & unrestricted | $1,000 |
| The Children's Museum of Memphis | 2025 annual fund | $150 |
| JFK Library Foundation | 2025 annual fund | $150 |
| Friends of the Public Garden | General & unrestricted | $150 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrea Abbott
- Margaret H Child
- Mark M Christopher
Questions people ask
Does Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation give?
$71,500 in tax year 2025, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $2,500.
Who runs Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrea Abbott (Trustee), Margaret H Child (Trustee) and Mark M Christopher (Trustee).
What does Harris J and Geraldine S Nelson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and health.