INDIANAPOLIS, IN

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust

Quick Facts

EIN: 356644088
Location: INDIANAPOLIS, IN
Category: Philanthropy & Grantmaking
Total Assets: $441.1M
Annual Income: $62.6M
IRS Ruling Year: 1998
Organization Type: Trust
Principal Officer: % Frank E Russell
Tax Deductibility: Contributions are deductible

About This Foundation

Nina Mason Pulliam Charitable Trust is a private trust based in INDIANAPOLIS, IN. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1998. The principal officer is % Frank E Russell. It holds total assets of $441.1M. Annual income is reported at $62.6M. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.

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Financial Overview

Total Giving

$28.5M

2023+15%

Total Assets

$427.6M

2023+1%

Fair Market Value

$427.6M

2023

Net Worth

$426.6M

2023

Grants Paid

$22.4M

2023

Contributions

2023

Net Investment Income

$29.3M

2023

Distribution Amount

$20.5M

2023

Total Giving by Year

$20.2M

$22M

$20.1M

$18.3M

$22.3M

$19.9M

$24.5M

$23.2M

$24.8M

$28.5M

Asset Growth

$330.5M

$352.9M

$384.9M

$384M

$360.4M

$400.5M

$441.2M

$513.5M

$423.9M

$427.6M

Investment Portfolio (2023)

Total: $11.6M

Corporate Stock: $11.6M

Other Investments: $409.4M

Cash: $1.4M

Corporate Stock (3%)

Other Investments (97%)

Cash (0%)

Expense Breakdown (2023)

Grants Paid$22.4M

Officer Compensation$867K

Pension & Benefits$787K

Occupancy$416K

Travel & Conferences$128K

Accounting Fees$109K

Depreciation$96K

Printing & Publications$35K

Legal Fees$3K

Revenue Sources (2023)

Capital Gains (Net): $6.5M
Dividends: $1.7M
Interest: $275K
Other Income: $109

Financial Details (2023)

Total Revenue: $8.5M
Total Expenses: $28.5M
Exempt Purpose Expenses: $26.7M
Required Distribution: $20.5M
Undistributed Income: $7.9M
Grants Approved (Future): $19M
Total Liabilities: $998K
Excise Tax: $408K

Foundation Classification (2023)

Operating FoundationGrants to IndividualsNon-Charity GrantsLobbying ActivityExcess Business Holdings

Grantmaking Insights

Total Grants

Total Giving

$11.6M

Average Grant

$232K

Median Grant

$150K

Grant Range

Min$100K

Max$1M

Median: $150K

Smallest grantLargest grant

Geographic Distribution of Grants

IN: $5.8M (20)

AZ: $5.8M (30)

AZ$5.8M (30)

IN$5.8M (20)

Past Grantees

Recipient	Location	Amount	Year
Arizona Humane SocietyCapital support to expand grantee's system of care with a new medical and adoption facility, the Central Campus & Animal Medical Center.	Phoenix, AZ	$1M	2022
Friends Of Indy AnimalsCapital support to construct a modern facility for Indianapolis Animal Care Services to provide safe and humane shelter for approximately 15,000 animals per year.	Indianapolis, IN	$1M	2022
Gleaners Food Bank Of IndianaCapital support for physical upgrades and program enhancements to more effectively provide hunger relief to food-insecure families.	Indianapolis, IN	$700K	2022
Arizona State University Foundation For A New American UniversityContinued support for the Nina Scholars program to help non-traditional college students.	Tempe, AZ	$553K	2022
Alliance For Companion AnimalsProvide no-cost spay/neuter and wellness services to approximately 6,000 animals through veterinary clinics, including mobile veterinary units, across Maricopa County.	Phoenix, AZ	$550K	2022
Indianapolis ZooSupport for the Global Center for Species Survival, which will serve as a headquarters connecting a team of conservation scientists to 10,000 scientists around the globe, and will provide an immersive visitor experience in a new exhibit space.	Indianapolis, IN	$500K	2022
Conner PrairieBuild a system of accessible trails, walkways and river education hubs along a 3.3-mile stretch of the White River that would be open to the public, while simultaneously improving river health and stabilizing the shoreline.	Fishers, IN	$500K	2022
Nature Conservancy - IndianaImprove Indianapolis' primary water source through work in the Upper White River Watershed by encouraging the use of cover crops in farming, examining soil nutrient trends, and installing native aquatic vegetation to improve fish habitat and stream bed stability.	Indianapolis, IN	$375K	2022
White River Alliance Aka Upper White River Watershed Alliance IncAdvance the Indiana Water Roadmap through a variety of means, including hosting the Indiana Water Summit and its regional forums and promoting the adoption of waterway conservation best management practices and policies.	Indianapolis, IN	$345K	2022
Center For Leadership DevelopmentCapital support to expand current building, including adding eight classrooms, expanding the College Prep Institute lab, and adding new workspaces for staff and volunteers and a new auditorium.	Indianapolis, IN	$300K	2022
Maricopa County Community College District FoundationContinued support for the Nina Scholars program to help non-traditional college students.	Tempe, AZ	$256K	2022
Eiteljorg Museum Of American Indians And Western ArtCapital grant to reimagine and reinstall the Native American Galleries, giving voice to Native artists, their nation's stories, their traditions, their pasts and their futures.	Indianapolis, IN	$250K	2022
Ivy Tech FoundationContinued support for the Nina Scholars program to help non-traditional college students.	Indianapolis, IN	$221K	2022
Gannett Company Inc Dba Arizona RepublicProvide in-depth reporting that focuses on Arizona's most pressing environmental issues.	Phoenix, AZ	$219K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaIdentify and implement agricultural projects that protect water flow in the Verde River watershed.	Phoenix, AZ	$200K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaSupport to pipe a portion of the Eureka Ditch above and through the Yavapai-Apache Nation reservation and to implement an irrigation diversion dam redesign.	Phoenix, AZ	$200K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaSupport for the Yavapai-Apache Nation's efforts to build a critically needed wastewater treatment plant near Camp Verde.	Phoenix, AZ	$200K	2022
Trustees Of Indiana UniversityContinued support for the Nina Scholars program to help non-traditional college students.	Bloomington, IN	$191K	2022
Conservation Law CenterSupport to continue implementing the Indiana Water Report's recommendations, including advocating for water-quality improvements.	Bloomington, IN	$180K	2022
Face Low-Cost Animal ClinicSupport over three years to provide spay/neuter surgeries, vaccinations and wellness services for 3,000 dogs and cats per year.	Indianapolis, IN	$175K	2022
Indianapolis Star Aka Gannett Satellite Informative NetworkUnderwriting in-depth reporting that focuses on central Indiana's most pressing environmental issues.	Indianapolis, IN	$160K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaSupport to implement a best-management certification program for residents, businesses, farmers, developments and communities to keep the Verde River healthy and flowing.	Phoenix, AZ	$158K	2022
EmployindySupport to create a regional apprenticeship hub that will expand the use of apprenticeships as a pathway into promising careers.	Indianapolis, IN	$150K	2022
Hoosier Environmental CouncilReduce coal ash and factory farm pollution and preserve floodplains and wetlands by engaging in advocacy and public awareness; and provide technical assistance to implement the Mounds Greenway, a forested buffer for the White River between Muncie and Anderson.	Indianapolis, IN	$150K	2022
Humane Society Of Indianapolis Aka IndyhumaneGeneral operating support for a veterinary clinic located in a neighborhood with high poverty rates.	Indianapolis, IN	$150K	2022
Arizona Community FoundationSupport for the Summer Youth Program Fund for organizations that provide academic enrichment, arts and recreational summer programs for children of low-income families.	Phoenix, AZ	$150K	2022
Save The Family Foundation Of ArizonaSupport for a transitional housing program that provides working poor, homeless families with up to 24 months of housing and case management and supportive services.	Mesa, AZ	$150K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaSupport for the Verde Watershed Restoration Coalition to carry out its strategic plan and implement sediment reduction in the Verde River basin.	Phoenix, AZ	$147K	2022
Nature Conservancy - ArizonaSupport to reduce groundwater demand through agriculture infrastructure improvements and other projects.	Phoenix, AZ	$146K	2022
Aster AgingExpand resource navigation services for East Valley seniors to access food, housing and eligible benefits helping them remain independent in their homes.	Mesa, AZ	$130K	2022
Friends Of The Verde RiverLaunch the Verde Forever campaign to raise awareness of the Verde River, motivate greater river stewardship and increase support by people and institutions.	Cottonwood, AZ	$125K	2022
Sojourner CenterGeneral operating support to help survivors overcome the impact of domestic violence.	Phoenix, AZ	$125K	2022
Heard MuseumSupport to redesign and rebuild a website and to make it more accessible.	Phoenix, AZ	$125K	2022
Valley Of The Sun YmcaExpand YMCA's Outreach Program for All Seniors to two additional YMCA locations to help seniors remain safely at home.	Phoenix, AZ	$125K	2022
Valleywise Health FoundationSupport to expand a program that includes family early literacy courses, kindergarten readiness, STEM activities and reading support for caregivers.	Phoenix, AZ	$125K	2022
White Tank Mountains ConservancySupport informed decision-making that aligns with regional open space planning goals, including sustainable growth around a designated system of linked natural desert and wildlife corridors.	Buckeye, AZ	$120K	2022
The Joy BusCapital support for building purchase, remodeling and equipment upgrades in order to serve over 2,500 meals per week	Phoenix, AZ	$120K	2022
Trustees Of Indiana UniversityContinued support for the THRIVE program to help former foster care youth and youth who experienced homelessness successfully transition to college.	Bloomington, IN	$115K	2022
Eastern Star Jewel Human ServicesSupport for youth programming focused on children of color around community, economic, educational and workforce development opportunities.	Indianapolis, IN	$110K	2022
Greater Phoenix Chamber FoundationSupport to bring targeted career and college readiness programs to underserved populations.	Phoenix, AZ	$100K	2022
Arizona Food Bank NetworkSupport to deliver fresh, healthy produce from vendors in Nogales, Arizona, to residents in Maricopa County who need it most.	Phoenix, AZ	$100K	2022
Friends Of The Children - PhoenixGeneral operating support to impact generational change through relationships with professional mentors that empower youth who are facing the greatest obstacles.	Phoenix, AZ	$100K	2022
Maricopa County Community College District FoundationContinued support for the Bridging Success program to help former foster care youth and youth who experienced homelessness successfully transition to college.	Tempe, AZ	$100K	2022
Child Crisis ArizonaGeneral operating support to provide children and youth in Arizona a safe environment, free from abuse and neglect, by creating strong and successful families.	Mesa, AZ	$100K	2022
Hospice Of The ValleySupport to expand the Supportive Care for Dementia program to provide education and clinical support to caregivers and to help people affected by dementia remain home and maintain their independence.	Phoenix, AZ	$100K	2022
Human Services CampusSupport to expand street outreach and navigation services to reduce the length of time people experience homelessness.	Phoenix, AZ	$100K	2022
Arizona State University Foundation For A New American UniversityContinued support for the Bridging Success program to help former foster care youth and youth who experienced homelessness successfully transition to college.	Tempe, AZ	$100K	2022
Make Way For BooksSupport for a bilingual, two-generation early literacy program that fosters skills of young children and empowers parents.	Tucson, AZ	$100K	2022
Fido IncSupport for the grantee's general operating expenses.	Indianapolis, IN	$100K	2022
Low Cost Spay-Neuter ClinicCapital support for equipment needs to spay and neuter thousands of central Indiana dogs and cats.	Noblesville, IN	$100K	2022