How to apply
Contact: Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust, One American Square, Indianapolis, in, 3122316075, Available upon request Deadlines: Restrictions:
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
Top 60 of 328 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Umom New Day CentersPhoenix, AZ | Capital and programmatic support to renovate 16 emergency shelter units for large families at risk of experiencing homelessness and to prov… | $1.5M |
| American Journalism ProjectWashington, DC | Support to build a new model for local news in Central Indiana that utilizes a community reporting model and acts as a trusted source of in… | $1.0M |
| Friends of Indy AnimalsIndianapolis, IN | Capital support to construct a modern facility for Indianapolis Animal Care Services to provide safe and humane shelter for approximately 1… | $1.0M |
| Arizona State University Foundation for New American UniversityTempe, AZ | Support for the Nina Scholars program. | $726K |
| Alliance for Companion AnimalsPhoenix, AZ | Provide no-cost spay/neuter and wellness services to approximately 6,800 animals through veterinary clinics, including mobile veterinary un… | $600K |
| Indianapolis ZooIndianapolis, IN | Support for the Global Center for Species Survival, which will serve as a headquarters connecting a team of conservation scientists to 10,0… | $500K |
| Society of St Vincent de Paul - PhoenixPhoenix, AZ | Capital support to create a 71-bed transitional housing community that would reduce the number of unhoused individuals while providing safe… | $500K |
| White River Alliance Aka Upper White River Watershed Alliance IncIndianapolis, IN | Continued support to advance the Indiana Water Roadmap, improve the appreciation of the White River and facilitate solutions to challenges… | $500K |
| The Nature Conservancy - IndianaIndianapolis, IN | Continued support to improve the White River watershed's water quality and habitat through activities that include cultivating relationship… | $475K |
| Maricopa County Community College District FoundationTempe, AZ | Support for the Nina Scholars program. | $453K |
| Ivy Tech FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Support for the Nina Scholars program. | $451K |
| Trustees of Indiana UniversityBloomington, IN | Support for the Nina Scholars program. | $365K |
| The Parks Alliance of Indianapolis Aka Indianapolis Parks FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Support for design and engineering work for a new nature center to be built in Riverside Regional Park. | $325K |
| National Center for State CourtsWilliamsburg, VA | Support to expand eviction diversion services to six additional township courts in Marion County. | $300K |
| Desert Botanical GardenPhoenix, AZ | Capital support for construction of the Hazel Hare Center for Plant Science to advance desert plant research, conservation and preservation… | $250K |
| Indianapolis Art CenterIndianapolis, IN | Capital support to enhance the ArtPark, a park along the banks of the White River that showcases contemporary art, and to build a White Riv… | $250K |
| Phoenix ZooPhoenix, AZ | Capital support to build a medical center that will provide innovative care to the zoo's animals and serve as a hub for research and educat… | $250K |
| Pilgrim Rest FoundationPhoenix, AZ | Support for emergency assistance to individuals and families facing displacement. | $250K |
| Conservation Law CenterBloomington, IN | Continued support to implement the Indiana Water Report's recommendations, including advocating for water-quality improvements. | $242K |
| Gannett Company Inc Dba Arizona RepublicPhoenix, AZ | Continued support to provide in-depth reporting that focuses on Arizona's most pressing environmental issues. | $225K |
| Hoosier Environmental CouncilIndianapolis, IN | Continued support to reduce coal ash and farming pollution and preserve floodplains and wetlands by engaging in advocacy and public awarene… | $225K |
| The Nature Conservancy - ArizonaPhoenix, AZ | Support for water-saving agricultural projects critical to sustaining Verde River flow. | $196K |
| Face Low-Cost Animal ClinicIndianapolis, IN | Support over three years to provide spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations and wellness services for 3,000 dogs and cats per year. | $175K |
| Humane Society of Indianapolis Aka Indy HumaneIndianapolis, IN | Support for the downtown clinic, which provides pet owners low-cost and subsidized veterinary services, including low-cost spay/neuter surg… | $160K |
| Arizona Community FoundationPhoenix, AZ | Support for the Summer Youth Program Fund for organizations that provide academic enrichment, arts and recreational summer programs for chi… | $150K |
| EmployindyIndianapolis, IN | Support to create a regional apprenticeship hub that will expand the use of apprenticeships as a pathway into promising careers. | $150K |
| Regional Community Partners (on Behalf Maricopa Association of Governments)Phoenix, AZ | Support to build capacity of local governments and tribal nations to develop and preserve affordable housing. | $150K |
| Save the Family Foundation of ArizonaMesa, AZ | Support for housing and supportive services for up to 18 families on the verge of experiencing homelessness. | $150K |
| The Nature Conservancy - ArizonaPhoenix, AZ | Continued support to foster groundwater management through collaboration and specific projects to reduce demand, mitigate threats and suppo… | $150K |
| Coburn Place Safe HavenIndianapolis, IN | Support for Coburn Academy, which provides classes on finance, parenting, employment and homeownership to survivors of domestic violence. | $140K |
| Arizona's Children AssociationPhoenix, AZ | Support to provide services to kinship families including caregiver education and support, guardianship clinics, legal services and emergen… | $125K |
| Indiana State Museum Foundation IncIndianapolis, IN | Capital support to help redesign and construct the Ancient Seas gallery, which tells the story of Indiana's prehistoric environment. | $125K |
| Julian Center IncIndianapolis, IN | General operating support to provide supportive services to domestic violence survivors. | $125K |
| Prosperity IndianaIndianapolis, IN | Support for the Hoosier Housing Needs Coalition to educate low-income residents, community-based organizations and other stakeholders to ad… | $125K |
| Indy ReadsIndianapolis, IN | Support to hire two new full-time positions to engage more adult learners and improve literacy programs. | $115K |
| Friends of the Verde RiverCottonwood, AZ | Support to provide oversight for construction of a stormwater control system at the site of a workforce housing development that will recha… | $110K |
| Altered TailsPhoenix, AZ | General operating support to provide accessible and affordable, high-quality spay and neuter surgeries to pet owners facing financial hards… | $100K |
| Be Nimble FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Support to train Black and Latino adults for careers in technology to enhance employability, career advancement and economic mobility. | $100K |
| Bethany Christian ServicesIndianapolis, IN | Support to provide in-home, skill-building training for parents who are at risk of having their children placed in the state's care. | $100K |
| Catholic Charities Community Services IncPhoenix, AZ | Support to help Maricopa County clients transitioning to permanent affordable housing. | $100K |
| Equity1821Indianapolis, IN | Support for the Demystifying Underwriting program, which will work with 40 Black small business owners on financial literacy and underwriti… | $100K |
| Flanner House of IndianapolisIndianapolis, IN | Support to hire a chief financial officer to provide leadership and to manage upcoming development projects that will bring more affordable… | $100K |
| Foundation for Senior Living Aka FslPhoenix, AZ | Support for a program to effectively serve older adults by assessing immediate needs, removing barriers and creating a follow-up plan to en… | $100K |
| Fresh Start Women's FoundationPhoenix, AZ | Support to expand wraparound services for underserved women participating in workforce education and training programs. | $100K |
| Friends of the Verde RiverCottonwood, AZ | Support to restore high priority upland sites, monitor restoration activities and oversee revisions to the Verde Watershed Restoration Coal… | $100K |
| Friends of the Verde RiverCottonwood, AZ | Support to work with business owners to design customized systems that would recharge and reuse effluent resulting in nearly 20 million gal… | $100K |
| Friends of the Verde RiverCottonwood, AZ | Support to update the Verde Watershed Report Card, an assessment tool designed to track trends in the health of the Verde River watershed a… | $100K |
| Grand Canyon ConservancyGrand Canyon, AZ | Support for a study to advance the understanding of flow paths, flow rates and water budgets of the aquifer system below the Kaibab Plateau… | $100K |
| Indiana Chapter of the American Academy of PediatricsIndianapolis, IN | Continued support to maintain a full-time program coordinator for the Reach Out and Read program to provide literacy intervention services… | $100K |
| Indianapolis Cultural TrailIndianapolis, IN | Capital support to expand the Cultural Trail across the White River to connect neighborhoods on both sides of the river. | $100K |
| Justa CenterPhoenix, AZ | Support to identify and eliminate barriers to permanent housing for older adults experiencing homelessness. | $100K |
| Keys to Change - Previously Human Services CampusPhoenix, AZ | Support to expand street outreach and navigation services to reduce the length of time people experience homelessness. | $100K |
| Pacc911 - Phoenix Animal Care Coalition 911Phoenix, AZ | Support to provide medical treatment for abused, neglected and injured animals. | $100K |
| Tanner Community Development CorporationPhoenix, AZ | Support to address transportation, cost-of-living factors, affordable housing and quality of life services to independent-living seniors. | $100K |
| The Nature Conservancy - ArizonaPhoenix, AZ | Support to improve water quality in Granite Creek by reducing erosion and slowing stormwater runoff. | $100K |
| Wildfire Arizona Formerly Arizona Community Action AssociationPhoenix, AZ | Support to create a community-based framework for eviction diversion programs in Maricopa County. | $100K |
| Iu Health FoundationIndianapolis, IN | Support for the Mosaic Center for Work, Life and Learning, which will help participants create clear, defined career pathways into jobs at… | $98K |
| Arizona Friends of Foster Children FoundationPhoenix, AZ | Continued support for the Keys to Success program, providing career development, education services and housing navigation for youth transi… | $90K |
| Jobs for Arizona's GraduatesPhoenix, AZ | Support to help Native American and other youth aged 16-24 years old living in Guadalupe and Tempe with career and college readiness opport… | $90K |
| FidoIndianapolis, IN | General operating support to improve the quality of life for outside dogs. | $85K |
By state: Arizona 140 · Indiana 181 · District of Columbia 4 · Virginia 1 · Georgia 1 · Colorado 1
Giving by year
Contributions, gifts, and grants paid, from Form 990-PF via ProPublica.
About this foundation
Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr is a private grantmaking foundation in Indianapolis, Indiana, administered in care of Frank E Russell, tax-exempt since 1998. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Foundation websiteLatest 990-PF (PDF)All filings on ProPublica
Does Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. Deadlines: See attached.
How much does Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $23M across 328 grants, a median of $35K.
Where does Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Tr give?
Arizona (140 grants), Indiana (181 grants), District of Columbia (4 grants) and elsewhere, per its latest filing.
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