Nelson Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nelson Family Foundation is a private foundation in Houston, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $132,800 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $2,400 and the largest $23,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$132,800
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$2,400
- Largest grant$23,000
- Assets$6,391
- New grantees16%
Giving in 2024 was down from $179,505 the year before.
16% of its 2024 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 | $179,505 | 34 | $90,068 |
| 2024 | $132,800 | 31 | $6,391 |
How to apply
Nelson Family 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 Nelson Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Texas.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Texas | 25 | $109,800 |
| California | 3 | $15,000 |
| New York | 1 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $2,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Christus Foundation | Charitable support | $23,000 |
| Casa Juan Diego | Charitable support | $20,000 |
| Star of Hope | Charitable support | $10,000 |
| Catholic Charities | Charitable support | $6,000 |
| Houston Food Bank | Charitable support | $5,500 |
| Candlelighters | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Casa de Esperanza | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Dominican Sisters of Houston | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Inner City Catholic Schools | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Naval Postgraduate School Foundation | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Yellowstone Academy | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Red Hook Initiative | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Palestine Children's Relief Fund | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Middle East Children's Alliance | Charitable support | $5,000 |
| Open Dance Project | Charitable support | $3,700 |
| Diocesan Services Fund | Charitable supportcharitable support | $2,400 |
| Nick Finnegan Counseling Center | Charitable support | $2,250 |
| Mexico Medical Mission | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Monsignor Kelly Catholic High School | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Spring Spirit Baseball | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Strake Jesuit College Preparatory | Charitable support | $2,000 |
| Theta Charity Events Inc | Charitable support | $1,500 |
| Extra Special Teas | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| St Agnes Academy | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| The University of Texas Law School | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| The Will Erwin Headache Research | Charitable support | $1,000 |
| Open Door Mission | Charitable support | $500 |
| Humane Society of SE TX | Charitable support | $250 |
| Special Olympics | Charitable support | $250 |
| St Jude Childrens Research Hospital | Charitable support | $250 |
| Admiral Nimitz Foundation | Charitable support | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- T Hunter Nelson
- Betsy W Nelson
- T Hunter Nelson Jr
- Emily H Nelson
Questions people ask
Does Nelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nelson Family Foundation give?
$132,800 in tax year 2024, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $2,400.
Who runs Nelson Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists T Hunter Nelson (President & Treasurer, Dir), Betsy W Nelson (VP & Secretary, Director), T Hunter Nelson Jr (Director) and Emily H Nelson (Director).
What does Nelson Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, faith communities and human services.