The Nelson Family Foundation
Invitation OnlyDallas, Texas · EIN 43-6851266 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$74K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$11,166
Total assets$1.4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $7,445 and $14,555.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 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
83% of grants went outside Texas.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Christian Academy Foundation | Dallas, TX | General operating | $22,333 |
| Mary Institute Country Day School | St Louis, MO | General operating | $14,555 |
| International Justice Mission | Washington, DC | General operating | $11,167 |
| Boulder Valley Waldorf School | Niwot, CO | General operating | $11,166 |
| Sunshine Ministries | St Louis, MO | General operating | $7,445 |
| Danitas Children | Nashville, TN | General operating | $7,444 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $74,110 | 6 |
| 2024 | $56,888 | 5 |
| 2023 | $56,001 | 7 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349101629
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 43-6851266
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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