The Nessel Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyNorwalk, Connecticut · EIN 06-1596433 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$877K
Organizations funded29
Typical grant$7,500
Total assets$6.2M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $10,000.
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
10% of grants went outside Connecticut.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trinity Episcopal Church | Southport, CT | Funding for New Organ | $500,000 |
| Thrive Cooperative Center for Wellness | Bridgeport, CT | General | $100,000 |
| Bridgeport Hospital Foundation | Bridgeport, CT | General Support and Cardiac Facility Remodeling | $35,000 |
| Center for Family Justice | Bridgeport, CT | General | $30,000 |
| Norwalk Hospital Foundation | Norwalk, CT | General | $30,000 |
| Americares Foundation | Stamford, CT | 2025 Emergency Support | $20,000 |
| Horizons at GFA | PO Box Greens Farm, CT | General | $20,000 |
| Applied Behaviorial Rehabilitation Institute dba Home For the Brave | Bridgeport, CT | General | $10,000 |
| Episcopal Diocese of Los Angeles | Los Angeles, CA | Emergency Support for Fire Relief | $10,000 |
| Everytown | New York, NY | General | $10,000 |
| IRIS Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services | New Haven, CT | General | $10,000 |
| Mercy Learning Center | Bridgeport, CT | General | $10,000 |
| Norma F Pfriem Breast Care Center | Bridgeport, CT | General | $10,000 |
| Nourish Bridgeport Inc | Bridgeport, CT | General | $10,000 |
| Bridgeport Rescue Mission | Bridgeport, CT | General | $7,500 |
| Prospector Theater | Ridgefield, CT | General | $7,500 |
| Wilton High School | Wilton, CT | Community Steps/Support Center | $7,500 |
| Bridgeport Ladies Charitable Society | Easton, CT | General | $5,000 |
| Connecticut Challenge & Mission Inc | Southport, CT | General | $5,000 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School PTSA | Fairfield, CT | Scholarships for Outdoor Adventure Club | $5,000 |
| Jerusalem Peacebuilders | Milford, CT | General | $5,000 |
| Operation Hope Inc | Fairfield, CT | General | $5,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Southern New England | New Haven, CT | General | $5,000 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School PTA | Fairfield, CT | Scholarships | $5,000 |
| Tomlinson Middle School PTSA | Fairfield, CT | Counselors Discretionary Fund | $5,000 |
| Friends of The Norwalk River Valley Trail Inc | Georgetown, CT | General | $2,500 |
| My Sisters' Place | White Plains, NY | General | $2,500 |
| Wholesome Wave LLC | Bridgeport, CT | General | $2,500 |
| Mill River Wetland Committee | Fairfield, CT | General | $2,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $877,000 | 29 |
| 2024 | $402,000 | 30 |
| 2023 | $541,000 | 35 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349102074
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 06-1596433
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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