Nelson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlySan Ramon, California · EIN 81-4768099 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $500 and $6,000.
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2024 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside California.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Story Inc | San Francisco, CA | Gen Ops. | $50,000 |
| Mercy and Grace Ministries | Livermore, CA | Gen Ops. | $6,000 |
| Asante Africa Foundation | Livermore, CA | General Operations | $2,000 |
| Path Light International | Pleasanton, CA | Gen Ops. | $1,000 |
| Cross Winds Church | Livermore, CA | Water Filter Project | $500 |
| Discovery Counseling Center | Morgan Hill, CA | General Ops | $200 |
The return also lists 4 grants to individuals ($45,405). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $105,105 | 10 |
| 2023 | $229,097 | 27 |
| 2022 | $177,769 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Apr 18, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641079349100619
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-4768099
- Profile updated Nov 8, 2026
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