Private foundation · EIN 81-4768099 · San Ramon, California · Philanthropy & grantmaking

Nelson Family Foundation

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2024 Form 990-PF: 10 grants paid, $105K total, median $5,202. 90% of grants stayed in California.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2024
10
$105K
Median grant
$5,202
Stays in CA
90%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.6M

Grants paid in 2024

10 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
New Story IncSan Francisco, CAGen Ops.$50K
The Freedom StoryOakland, CAGeneral Ops$25K
ArrabonRichmond, SFMedical Supplies for Healthcare in South Africa$10K
Mercy and Grace MinistriesLivermore, CAGen Ops.$6,000
Flourish CollectiveSan Ramon, CAGeneral Operations$5,405
Tri Valley Seek SaveLivermore, CAGeneral Ops$5,000
Asante Africa FoundationLivermore, CAGeneral Operations$2,000
Path Light InternationalPleasanton, CAGen Ops.$1,000
Cross Winds ChurchLivermore, CAWater Filter Project$500
Discovery Counseling CenterMorgan Hill, CAGeneral Ops$200

By state: California 9 · INTL 1

About this foundation

Nelson Family Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in San Ramon, California, tax-exempt since 2019. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

Foundation websiteAll filings on ProPublica

Does Nelson Family Foundation accept grant applications?

No. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does Nelson Family Foundation give each year?

In tax year 2024 it paid $105K across 10 grants, a median of $5,202.

Where does Nelson Family Foundation give?

California (9 grants), INTL (1 grants), per its latest filing.

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