Robert Nelson Foundation

Robert Nelson Foundation is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, California with $17.2M in assets, focused on Philanthropy & Grantmaking. Profile based on its IRS Form 990-PF filing, compiled by Grantoria.

$17.2Mtotal assets
2017IRS ruling year
Philanthropy & Grantmakingfocus area

Grants Robert Nelson Foundation has awarded

39 grantees · $930K total in its latest IRS Form 990-PF. Largest recipients:

  • Los Angeles Mission $100K
  • Penny Lane $50K
  • Abbey Road $50K
  • United Way-united For Ukraine Fund $50K
  • Plumas County Crisis Intervention & Resource $50K
  • Project Ride $45K
  • The Music Center $45K
  • Grand Valley State University $40K
  • Minority Aids Project $40K
  • Union Rescue Mission $35K
  • Sj Delta College Veterans Resource Center $34K
  • Grand Rapids Youth Commonwealth $30K
  • Kent District Library-rober Nelson Disability Support Center $25K
  • Penny Lane Centers $25K
  • Penny Lane Centers For Homeless Vets $20K
  • Camp Okizu $20K
  • Food Forward $20K
  • St Vincents Meals On Wheels $20K
  • Beyond 26 $20K
  • Happy Trails For Kids $20K
  • Pesa $15K
  • Safe Haven Ministries $15K
  • Children's Law Center $15K
  • Special Olympics Of Socal $15K
  • Court Appointed Special Advocates Casa $15K

Grantees recorded on Form 990-PF Part XV; amounts aggregated by Grantoria. Linked names have full recipient profiles.

Giving history

Total grants paid by year (IRS Form 990-PF, Part XV).

  • FY2019$105K
  • FY2020$248K
  • FY2021$930K
  • FY2022$360K

About Robert Nelson Foundation

  • TypePrivate foundation
  • Primary focusPhilanthropy & Grantmaking
  • HeadquartersLos Angeles, California
  • EIN821673538
  • IRS ruling2017

Financial data from the organization's IRS Form 990-PF (Exempt Organizations Business Master File). View 990-PF filings on ProPublica →

Grants in Philanthropy & Grantmaking area

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Frequently asked questions

What is Robert Nelson Foundation?

Robert Nelson Foundation is a private foundation based in Los Angeles, California with $17.2M in total assets, as reported on its IRS Form 990-PF.

What does Robert Nelson Foundation fund?

Its primary focus area is Philanthropy & Grantmaking (IRS NTEE classification). For grant opportunities in this area, see open grants.

What is the EIN of Robert Nelson Foundation?

Robert Nelson Foundation's EIN is 821673538. View its 990-PF filings on ProPublica.

How do I apply for a grant from Robert Nelson Foundation?

Private foundations like Robert Nelson Foundation typically award grants by invitation or through their own application process — review its giving area (Philanthropy & Grantmaking) and find official contact details in its IRS Form 990-PF. Grantoria is an independent directory and is not affiliated with Robert Nelson Foundation. For grants open to public application right now, use the Grant Finder.

Source: IRS Exempt Organizations Business Master File (Form 990-PF), compiled by Grantoria. Financial figures reflect the latest available IRS data; grantee history is being added. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the foundation.