Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation is a private foundation in Las Vegas, Nevada. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.2 million in 93 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $233,170. 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$2.2 million
- Number of grants93
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$233,170
- Assets$36.6 million
- New grantees46%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
46% 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 | $1.8 million | 83 | $36.7 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 76 | $37.3 million |
| 2025 | $2.2 million | 93 | $36.6 million |
How to apply
Thomas Nelson Abdella MD 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 Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Nevada.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Nevada | 39 | $876,940 |
| Georgia | 22 | $693,650 |
| Arizona | 28 | $571,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $25,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $10,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $5,000 |
| California | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Assist with indigent persons. | $233,170 |
| UNLV Foundation | Education. | $190,200 |
| Macon Area Habitat Humanity | Housing. | $100,000 |
| Macon Volunteer Clinic | Healthcare. | $100,000 |
| Middle Georgia Community Food Bank | Food. | $100,000 |
| Volunteers in Medicine | Medical. | $75,000 |
| Atlanta Community Food Bank | Food. | $56,200 |
| Mercer University - School of Engin | Education. | $50,000 |
| The Just One Project | Food insecurity support | $40,000 |
| Three Square Food Bank | Food insecurity support | $35,000 |
| Mission228 | Scholarship/education. | $30,000 |
| Rescue Mission of Middle Georgia | Services for individuals struggling with addiction,homelessness and those stuck in the cycle of poverty. | $27,000 |
| Erin's Hope for Friends | Activities for autistic individuals | $25,025 |
| Ability 360 | Disability assistance. | $25,000 |
| 493 Firefighter Foundation | General support for firefighters. | $25,000 |
| Arizona Burn Foundation Inc | Medical support. | $25,000 |
| Crisco's Kids | Kids/community support. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Help for families facing homelessness. | $25,000 |
| Fresh Start Women's Foundation | Women community support. | $25,000 |
| Hope Women's Center | Supporting women mentally & physically in trauma. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Homeless maternal fetal care. | $25,000 |
| New Pathways for Youth | At-risk youth programs. | $25,000 |
| Ryan House | Temporary housing for children. | $25,000 |
| Sojourner Center | Temporary housing. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Veteran assistance. | $25,000 |
| St Mary's Food Bank | Food assistance. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Food assistance. | $25,000 |
| DePaul USA Daybreak | Support for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. | $25,000 |
| GwinnetWalton Habitat for Humanity | Housing. | $25,000 |
| Historic Macon Foundation | Preservation. | $25,000 |
| Houston County Habitat for Humanity | Housing. | $25,000 |
| Lawrenceville Cooperative Ministry | Food and household supplies. | $25,000 |
| Otis Redding Foundation | Motivate young people through programs involving music, writing, & instrumentation. | $25,000 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospita | Healthcare. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Affordable housing communities support. | $25,000 |
| Individual | Children in crisis support. | $25,000 |
| Harvest Compassion Center | Feed & support needy families | $25,000 |
| Individual | Domestic violence support. | $20,000 |
| Angels on Patrol Inc | Police community support. | $20,000 |
| Arizona Search Dogs Inc | Service animal support. | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Angela Baker
- Joan Burtner
- David Jackson
Questions people ask
Does Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation give?
$2.2 million in tax year 2025, across 93 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Angela Baker (Director), Joan Burtner (Treasurer) and David Jackson (President & CEO).
What does Thomas Nelson Abdella MD Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, housing and homelessness and food and hunger.