Van Nuys Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Van Nuys Foundation is a private foundation in Selinsgrove, Pennsylvania. In tax year 2025 it gave $1.9 million in 2 grants; the typical grant was $967,700 and the largest $1.1 million. 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$1.9 million
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$967,700
- Largest grant$1.1 million
- Assets$0
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $85,000 the year before.
100% 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 | $58,000 | 22 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $85,000 | 24 | $1.6 million |
| 2025 | $1.9 million | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Van Nuys 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 Van Nuys Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Georgia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia | 1 | $1.1 million |
| California | 1 | $867,592 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| National Christian Charitable Foundation Inc | Transfer of ownership of john hancock life insurance policy as part of the termination process of this foundation | $1.1 million |
| Donor Advised Charitable Giving Inc DBA DAFGIVING360 (TM) | Distributions of investments and cash as part of the termination process of this foundation | $867,592 |
Officers and trustees
- Walter C van Nuys
- Loretta J van Nuys
- Leah D van Nuys Rodrigeuz
- Allison M van Nuys Dwyer
- Mark L Pulaski
Questions people ask
Does Van Nuys Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Van Nuys Foundation give?
$1.9 million in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $967,700.
Who runs Van Nuys Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Walter C van Nuys (Director, Chairperson, Pre), Loretta J van Nuys (Director, Secretary & Trea), Leah D van Nuys Rodrigeuz (Director, Vice President) and Allison M van Nuys Dwyer (Director, Vice President) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Van Nuys Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities.