Esther N Nielsen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Esther N Nielsen Foundation is a private foundation in Eagan, Minnesota. In tax year 2025 it gave $82,495 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $16,499 and the largest $16,499. 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$82,495
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$16,499
- Largest grant$16,499
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2025 was up from $75,955 the year before.
20% 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 | $81,015 | 5 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $75,955 | 5 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $82,495 | 5 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Esther N Nielsen 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 Esther N Nielsen Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 2 | $32,998 |
| Florida | 1 | $16,499 |
| Illinois | 1 | $16,499 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $16,499 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Heart Association | General operating | $16,499 |
| Churches United for the Homeless | General operating | $16,499 |
| Homeward Animal Shelter Inc | General operating | $16,499 |
| Sanford Health Foundation North | General operating | $16,499 |
| The Salvation Army | General operating | $16,499 |
Officers and trustees
- US Bank N A
Questions people ask
Does Esther N Nielsen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Esther N Nielsen Foundation give?
$82,495 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $16,499.
Who runs Esther N Nielsen Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists US Bank N A (Trustee).
What does Esther N Nielsen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.