The Nelson Foundation | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 72-0579110
Foundation Overview
Based in Shreveport, LA, The Nelson Foundation has awarded 167 grants totaling $311,217 to organizations in Louisiana, District of Columbia and 6 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $50 to $16,050, with a median award of $1,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
22 of 34 recipients (65%) were new grantees. Foundation actively seeks new partnerships to expand impact. Fresh approaches and innovative programs receive serious consideration.
Geographic Focus
86% of all grants are concentrated in Louisiana, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Louisiana, funding concentrates in Shreveport (91%), Baton Rouge (6%), Ruston (2%).
Funding Trajectory
Strong 390% growth in annual giving over 9 years indicates expanding philanthropic capacity and increasing opportunities for grant seekers. This upward trajectory suggests growing foundation resources and commitment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on community projects (48%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into The Nelson Foundation's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centenary College | $3,300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2025 |
| Community Renewal International | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Safe Communities | 2025 |
| Community Foundation Of North Louisiana | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Positive Change | 2025 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2025 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2025 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Brighton, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2025 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Developmental Disabled | 2025 |
| Jackson Academy | $200 | Jackson, MS, US | To Further Childhood Education | 2025 |
| Robinson Film Center | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote The Arts | 2025 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $3,332 | Little Rock, AR, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2025 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $100 | Memphis, TN, US | To Provide Support For Research For Pediatric Cancer | 2025 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Mobile Medical | $800 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2025 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $9,300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2025 |
| The Arc Of Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Funding For Developmentally Disabled | 2025 |
| Shreveport Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancementto Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2025 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2025 |
| Lsu Health Sciences Foundation | $450 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Cancer Research | 2025 |
| Wideman Internation Piano Competition Inc | $350 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote Classical Music Education | 2025 |
| American Rose Center | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2025 |
| Catholic Charities Of North Louisiana | $50 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2025 |
| Children & Arthritis Inc | $350 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2025 |
| Junior Achievement | $300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2025 |
| Louisiana Methodisth Childrens Home | $100 | Ruston, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Developmental Disabled | 2025 |
| Loyola College Prep | $200 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further High School Education | 2025 |
| Lsus Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2025 |
| Mcdade Family Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Support For Families Traveling For Medical Care | 2025 |
| St Joseph Catholic School | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2025 |
| Robinson Rescue | $300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Low-cost Spay/neuter Services | 2025 |
| Rotary Club Of Shreveport | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Fund Local And Civic Charitable Projects | 2025 |
| Sea Crest School | $1,000 | Half Moon Bay, CA, US | To Further Childhood Education | 2025 |
| Shrevport Opera | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2025 |
| Shriners Hospital For Children | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Support For Pediatric Care For Orthopedics, Burns And Other Conditions | 2025 |
| The Foundation To Eradicate Duchenne | $200 | Alexandria, VA, US | To Provide Research Support For Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy | 2025 |
| St Mark's Cathedral School | $200 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Childhood Education | 2025 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $100 | Memphis, TN, US | To Fight Against Childhood Cancer | 2024 |
| Centenary College | $1,100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Greenwood Cemetery | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Preserve And Promote Historical Significance Of Cemetery. | 2024 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2024 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Brighton, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2024 |
| Lsu Foundation | $250 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $3,334 | Little Rock, AR, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2024 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $8,200 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2024 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2024 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2024 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2024 |
| Women's Philanhropy Network | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Positive Change | 2024 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Mobile Med Ministry | $800 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2024 |
| Robinson Film Center | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote The Arts | 2024 |
| Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Safe Communities | 2024 |
| Public Affairs Research Council | $600 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Promote Economic Development | 2024 |
| Shreveport Garden Study Club | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Stimulate The Knowledge And Love Of Gardening | 2024 |
| St Jude Children's Research Hospital | $100 | Memphis, TN, US | To Fight Against Childhood Cancer | 2024 |
| Centenary College | $1,100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Friends Of The Greenwood Cemetery | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Preserve And Promote Historical Significance Of Cemetery. | 2024 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2024 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Brighton, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2024 |
| Lsu Foundation | $250 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2024 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $3,334 | Little Rock, AR, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2024 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $8,200 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2024 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2024 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2024 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2024 |
| Women's Philanhropy Network | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Positive Change | 2024 |
| St Lukes Episcopal Mobile Med Ministry | $800 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2024 |
| Robinson Film Center | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote The Arts | 2024 |
| Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Create Safe Communities | 2024 |
| Public Affairs Research Council | $600 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Promote Economic Development | 2024 |
| Shreveport Garden Study Club | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Stimulate The Knowledge And Love Of Gardening | 2024 |
| C E Byrd Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further High School Education | 2023 |
| Centenary College | $6,600 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2023 |
| Holy Angels | $1,050 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2023 |
| Lsu Foundation | $250 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $7,500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2023 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2023 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2023 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $3,334 | Little Rock, AR, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2023 |
| Friend Of The Strand | $285 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote The Arts | 2023 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Brighton, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| C E Byrd Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further High School Education | 2023 |
| Centenary College | $6,600 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2023 |
| Holy Angels | $1,050 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2023 |
| Lsu Foundation | $250 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $7,500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2023 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2023 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2023 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2023 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $3,334 | Little Rock, AR, US | To Reduce Financial Burden For Families With Sick Children | 2023 |
| Friend Of The Strand | $285 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote The Arts | 2023 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Brighton, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2023 |
| Centenary College | $300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2022 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2022 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $16,050 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2022 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2022 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| Biomedical Research Foundation Of Northwest Louisiana | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote Scientific Investigations And Technology Development | 2022 |
| C E Byrd Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further High School Education | 2022 |
| Lsu Foundation | $350 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Centenary College | $300 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| Gingerbread House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2022 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2022 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $16,050 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2022 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2022 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2022 |
| Biomedical Research Foundation Of Northwest Louisiana | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Promote Scientific Investigations And Technology Development | 2022 |
| C E Byrd Foundation | $100 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further High School Education | 2022 |
| Lsu Foundation | $350 | Baton Rouge, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Georgetown University | $500 | Washington, DC, US | To Further Higher Education | 2022 |
| Gingerbrad House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2021 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2021 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,250 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2021 |
| Shriners Hospital | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide The Care To Children With Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions | 2021 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $8,450 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2021 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2021 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2021 |
| Tulane University | $2,500 | New Orleans, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2021 |
| Centenary College | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2021 |
| Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2021 |
| Harvard Business School | $500 | Boston, MA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2021 |
| United Way Of Northwest Louisiana | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2021 |
| Biomedical Research Foundation | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Maintain And Promote Medical Research | 2020 |
| Gingerbrad House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2020 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2020 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2020 |
| Shriners Hospital | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide The Care To Children With Neuromusculoskeletal Conditions | 2020 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2020 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Broaden The Level Of Supporters And Their Involvement With The Orchestrato Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2020 |
| Tulane University | $2,500 | New Orleans, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2020 |
| St Mark's Episcopal Cathedral | $7,279 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Church Ministries | 2020 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2018 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2018 |
| The Shreveport Symphony | $2,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Artistic Community Programs And Education | 2018 |
| Holy Angels | $10,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Housing And Support For Dvelopmental Disabled | 2018 |
| Mcdade House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Lodging For Relatives Of Seriously Ill | 2017 |
| Louisiana Methodist Children's Home | $1,500 | Ruston, LA, US | To Further Care Of Orphaned Chidlrento Further Care Of Orphaned Children | 2017 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2017 |
| Gingerbrad House | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Care To Abused Children | 2017 |
| Community Renewal International | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Development | 2017 |
| Youth Enrichment Program | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Quality After-school Programs | 2017 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2017 |
| The Glen Retirement System | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Senior Living | 2017 |
| Volunteers For Youth Justice | $500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Provide Guidance To Delinquent Youth | 2017 |
| Biomedical Research Foundation | $1,500 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Maintain And Promote Medical Research | 2017 |
| Sci-port Discovery Center | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Scientific Education | 2016 |
| Shrveport Symphony Orchestra | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Cultural Development | 2016 |
| The Arc Caddo Bossier Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Enhancement | 2016 |
| Lsus Foundation | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Higher Education | 2016 |
| Shreveport-bossier Community Renewal | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Community Development | 2016 |
| Holy Angels | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Handicap Housing | 2016 |
| The Glen Retirement System | $1,000 | Shreveport, LA, US | To Further Senior Living | 2016 |
| Louisiana Methodist Children's Home | $1,000 | Ruston, LA, US | To Further Care Of Orphaned Chidlrento Further Care Of Orphaned Children | 2016 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 72-0579110 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 214 MILAM ST Shreveport, LA 71101-3226 |
Key People (2)
Board members, trustees, and key staff who oversee The Nelson Foundation's grant making decisions and strategic direction. Understanding leadership composition can provide insights into foundation priorities and potential networking opportunities.
| President/treasurer | George D Nelson Jr |
|---|---|
| V.p./secretary | Clare M Nelson |
Forms 990-PF
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