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Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation is a private corporation based in MINNETONKA, MN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is Tonkawa Inc.. It holds total assets of $5.2M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $704K in 2011 to $3.8M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2016 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Minnesota. According to available records, Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation has made 132 grants totaling $3.1M, with a median grant of $9K. Annual giving has decreased from $1M in 2020 to $737K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $1.3M distributed across 62 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $300K, with an average award of $23K. The foundation has supported 48 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Minnesota, Massachusetts, New York, which account for 83% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$100
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$17K
Largest Grant
$300K
Based on 61 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 132 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in MN, MA, NY.
Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation has distributed a total of $3.1M across 132 grants. The median grant size is $9K, with an average of $23K. Individual grants have ranged from $100 to $300K.
Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Marilyn And Glen Nelson Family Foundation is headquartered in MINNETONKA, MN. While based in MN, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marilyn C Nelson | PRESIDENT, CFO & TREASURER | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| C David Nelson | SECRETARY | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Diana L Nelson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Wendy M Nelson | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$741K
Total Assets
$3.8M
Fair Market Value
$3.8M
Net Worth
$3.8M
Grants Paid
$737K
Contributions
$26K
Net Investment Income
$109K
Distribution Amount
$186K
Total Grants
132
Total Giving
$3.1M
Average Grant
$23K
Median Grant
$9K
Unique Recipients
48
Most Common Grant
$1K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Orchestral AssociationMusic's Moment Campaign | Minneapolis, MN | $196K | 2023 |
| Smith CollegeMarilyn Carlson Nelson Class of 1961 Scholarship Fund | Northampton, MA | $182K | 2023 |
| Guthrie TheaterIlluminate Campaign | Minneapolis, MN | $100K | 2023 |
| Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church2023 Annual Support | Minneapolis, MN | $40K | 2023 |
| National Endowment For DemocracyCarl Gershman Fund for Democrats At-Risk | Washington, DC | $10K | 2023 |
| Minnesota Public RadioGLEN NELSON CENTER | St Paul, MN | $25K | 2022 |
| The RetreatCURTIS CARLSON NELSON RESEARCH INSTITUTE | Wayzata, MN | $25K | 2022 |
| Fairvote Minnesota FoundationCHALLENGE MATCH | St Paul, MN | $25K | 2022 |
| Breck SchoolGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2022 |
| University Of Minnesota FoundationGeneral Operating Support | Minneapolis, MN | $15K | 2022 |
| Everytown For Gun Safety Support FundGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | New York, NY | $15K | 2022 |
| Grand Teton Music FestivalGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Wilson, WY | $10K | 2022 |
| Mayo ClinicGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Rochester, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Minneapolis Institute Of ArtsGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Minneapolis, MN | $10K | 2022 |
| Intl Soc For Cardiovascular Translational ResearchGLEN NELSON AWARD | Phoenix, AZ | $5K | 2022 |
| Mccain InstituteGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Washington, DC | $5K | 2022 |
| Tanzania Health PartnershipGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Minneapolis, MN | $5K | 2022 |
| Twin Cities Public TelevisionGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | St Paul, MN | $5K | 2022 |