Estelle J Kelsey Foundation
Historical FunderReno, Nevada · EIN 46-3362061 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $6,230 and $25,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | ESTELLE J KELSEY FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 5008 LAKERIDGE TERRACE EAST, RENO NV 89509 |
| Phone | 7758264860 |
| Form and materials | SOLICITATIONS FOR GRANTS OR FUNDS MUST MEET FOUNDATION CRITERIA AS TO BEING OF A CHARITABLE NATURE AND FOR A SPECIFIC PROJECT OR PURPOSE. |
| Deadlines | NO SPECIFIC SUBMISSION DEADLINES ARE IN EFFECT AT PRESENT. |
| Restrictions | NONE |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
2% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renown Health Foundation | Reno, NV | Deep brain foundation | $250,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows | Reno, NV | Education | $200,000 |
| Nevada Museum of Art | Reno, NV | Hands on program | $150,000 |
| University of Nevada Reno Foundation | Reno, NV | Public health facility | $100,000 |
| University of Nevada Foundation Athletic Department | Reno, NV | Field house construction | $90,000 |
| Nevada State Prison Preservation Society | Carson City, NV | Preservation project | $80,000 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Sparks, NV | Families in need | $32,200 |
| Food Bank of Northern Nevada | Sparks, NV | Food program | $30,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Mason Valley | Yerington, NV | Education | $25,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Western Nevada | Carson City, NV | Education | $25,000 |
| Care Chest of Sierra Nevada | Reno, NV | Family health | $20,000 |
| Catholic Charities of Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | Family programs | $20,000 |
| Reno-Sparks Gospel Mission | Reno, NV | Children in need | $20,000 |
| Salvation Army | Reno, NV | Families in need | $20,000 |
| 1701 Group | Reno, NV | Help for children | $15,000 |
| Good Sheperd's Clothes Closet | Sparks, NV | Children | $15,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows | Reno, NV | Health education | $14,000 |
| Nevada Women's History Fund | Reno, NV | History projects | $11,750 |
| Artown | Reno, NV | Promote programs | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | Youth campaign | $10,000 |
| Children's Cancer Foundation | Reno, NV | Cure cancer | $10,000 |
| Eddy House | Reno, NV | Homeless youth | $10,000 |
| Hopes of Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | Family healthcare | $10,000 |
| Jimmy Olivas Athletic Foundation | Reno, NV | Kids | $10,000 |
| Nami Northern Nevada | Reno, NV | Children support | $10,000 |
| Note-Able Music Therapy Services | Reno, NV | Children therapy | $10,000 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | Reno, NV | Children aid | $10,000 |
| University of Nevada Foundation | Reno, NV | Unr scholarships | $6,230 |
| Highfives Foundation | Truckee, CA | Preventing injuries | $5,000 |
| Pbs Reno | Reno, NV | Classroom program | $5,000 |
| Remsa Health | Reno, NV | New airbus | $5,000 |
| Reno Philharmonic | Reno, NV | Support rpak program | $5,000 |
| Sierra Kids Foundation | Reno, NV | Children in need | $5,000 |
| University of Nevada Foundation | Reno, NV | Student health | $5,000 |
| Pioneer Center for the Performing Arts | Reno, NV | Arts | $3,380 |
| Boys and Girls Club of Truckee Meadows | Reno, NV | Youth services | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,250,060 | 36 |
| 2024 | $1,200,000 | 36 |
| 2023 | $1,100,000 | 27 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 5, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641259349101274
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-3362061
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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