The David Robert Nelson and Sylvia Jean Nelson Foundation Arts Letter
Invitation OnlyWest Bloomfield, Michigan · EIN 20-3591061 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$17K
Organizations funded3
Typical grant$6,250
Total assets$258
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,000 and $10,000.
From the return
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 Michigan.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mi Roundtable for Diversity and Inc | Detroit, MI | 2018 pledge | $10,000 |
| University of Michigan | Ann Arbor, MI | Scholarships | $6,250 |
| Jewish Senior Life | West Bloomfield, MI | Annual benefit | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $17,250 | 3 |
| 2023 | $11,000 | 2 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Jan 7, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202620139349100882
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 20-3591061
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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