Nelson Family Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
Nelson Family Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Williamsburg, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $8,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $500 and the largest $2,500. 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$8,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$500
- Largest grant$2,500
- Assets$143,473
- New grantees14%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $8,000 the year before.
14% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $8,000 | 7 | $113,287 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 7 | $124,580 |
| 2025 | $8,000 | 7 | $143,473 |
How to apply
Nelson Family Charitable Trust 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 Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $2,500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $2,500 |
| Florida | 2 | $1,000 |
| Kentucky | 2 | $1,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kellogg Graduate School of Management | General Operating | $2,500 |
| The Colonial Williamsburg Foundation | General Operating | $2,500 |
| El Ayudante Inc | General Operating | $1,000 |
| Salvation Army | General Operating | $500 |
| American Red Cross | General Operating | $500 |
| Owensboro Humane Society | General Operating | $500 |
| Habitat for Humanity | General Operating | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- H Donald Nelson
- Carol J Nelson
Questions people ask
Does Nelson Family Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nelson Family Charitable Trust give?
$8,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $500.
Who runs Nelson Family Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists H Donald Nelson (Trustee) and Carol J Nelson (Trustee).
What does Nelson Family Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services.