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The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in NORWALK, CT. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2000. The principal officer is David Godfrey. It holds total assets of $4.1M. Annual income is reported at $2.1M. Total assets have grown from $2.9M in 2011 to $4.4M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 5 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 Connecticut. According to available records, The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. has made 57 grants totaling $683K, with a median grant of $5K. The foundation has distributed between $338K and $346K annually from 2020 to 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $50K, with an average award of $12K. The foundation has supported 33 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Connecticut and Vermont and Iowa. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. reported 57 individual grants totaling $683,000 between 2020 and 2022 across its IRS Form 990-PF filings, with a median grant of $5,000. Half of those grants fell between $5,000 and $15,000. Its largest single grant in the record was $50,000. Its most recent available filing, for fiscal year 2023, reports $575,101 in total giving.
Grantmaking is concentrated in CT, which received 54 of the 57 grants on record (95 percent). Of its 33 distinct grantees, 73 percent received funding more than once, so repeat relationships are the norm rather than the exception. Its largest institutional recipients were Grace Cottage Foundation ($85,000), Center For Family Justice ($75,000) and Norwalk Hospital Foundation ($75,000).
Computed from 57 individual grant records (2020–2022) in this foundation's IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings, reaching 3 states. Source: IRS 990-PF.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$5K
Average Grant
$12K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 30 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.
The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 57 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in CT, VT, IA.
The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $683K across 57 grants. The median grant size is $5K, with an average of $12K. Individual grants have ranged from $2K to $50K.
The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
The Nessel Family Foundation Inc. is headquartered in NORWALK, CT. While based in CT, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 3 states.
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| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David L Godfrey | Secretary | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| David L Nessel | President | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Paul Nessel | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Judy Nessel | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Anna Nessel | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$575K
Total Assets
$4.4M
Fair Market Value
$6.1M
Net Worth
$4.4M
Grants Paid
$541K
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$482K
Distribution Amount
$288K
Total: $4.2M
Total Grants
57
Total Giving
$683K
Average Grant
$12K
Median Grant
$5K
Unique Recipients
33
Most Common Grant
$5K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center For Family Justice1) Annual Appeal: Hope Starts Here 2) Empower House Project | Bridgeport, CT | $45K | 2022 |
| Norma F Pfriem Breast Care CenterGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $40K | 2022 |
| Grace Cottage FoundationGeneral | Townshend, VT | $35K | 2022 |
| Bridgeport Hospital FoundationGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $35K | 2022 |
| Norwalk Hospital FoundationGeneral | Norwalk, CT | $35K | 2022 |
| Horizons At GfaGeneral | Po Box Greens Farm, CT | $20K | 2022 |
| Bridgeport Rescue MissionGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $15K | 2022 |
| Connecticut Challenge & Mission IncGeneral | Southport, CT | $15K | 2022 |
| Nourish Bridgeport IncFood Truck | Bridgeport, CT | $15K | 2022 |
| Applied Behaviorial Rehabilitation Institute Dba Home For The BraveGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $10K | 2022 |
| Wilton High SchoolCommunity Steps/Support Center | Wilton, CT | $6K | 2022 |
| Iris Integrated Refugee & Immigrant ServicesGeneral | New Haven, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Near And Far Aid Association IncGeneral | Southport, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Bridgeport Ladies Charitable SocietyGeneral | Easton, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Fairfield Woods Middle School PtsaScholarships | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Haitian Educational InitiativesGeneral | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Operation Hope IncGeneral | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Prospector TheaterGeneral | Ridgefield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Roger Ludlowe Middle School PtaScholarships | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Save The ChildrenGeneral | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Save The SoundGeneral | New Haven, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Tomlinson Middle School PtsaCounselors Discretionary Fund | Fairfield, CT | $5K | 2022 |
| Aspetuck Land TrustGreen Corridor Initiative | Easton, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| Friends Of The Norwalk River Valley Trail IncGeneral | Georgetown, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| Wholesome Wave LlcGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $3K | 2022 |
| The Fearless Angel ProjectSwim Angelfish | Greenwich, CT | $2K | 2022 |
| Mill River Wetland CommitteeGeneral | Fairfield, CT | $2K | 2022 |
| Connecticut ChallengeGeneral | Southport, CT | $25K | 2020 |
| Cider Mill Activity FundGeneral Support | Wilton, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| Pequot LibraryRestore the Roof Campaign | Southport, CT | $5K | 2020 |
| High School Scholarship Fund Of Fairfield IncScholarship Amy's Army | Fairfield, CT | $3K | 2020 |
| Green Village InitiativeGeneral | Bridgeport, CT | $3K | 2020 |