Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation is a private foundation based in Eagan, Minnesota. Its 2026 filing reports 10 grants totaling $119,000 to charitable organizations, including health, social-service, and community organizations.
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation at a glance
In short: Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation gave $119K across 10 grants in 2026 (avg $12K), mostly in California. 0% of 2026 grantees were new. Source: 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2026)
- $119,000
- +9.2% vs 2025
- Grants made (2026)
- 10
- +0.0% vs 2025
- Average grant
- $11,900
- +9.2% vs 2025
- Median grant
- $11,900
- Total assets
- $2,564,742
- +5.2% vs 2025
- New grantees (estimate)
- 0% first-time grantees (0 of 10, 2026; small sample)
- Primary geography
- California (80% of itemized 2026 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2026 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2026; updated October 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation
- Accepts unsolicited proposals
- No
- How to Apply
-
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 64193, Eagan, MN 55164
Phone: (888) 265-7962
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2026
The largest 2026 recipient was American Lung Association ($12K). Together the top 10 received $119K.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 50 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2026, 80% of grant dollars went to recipients in California, 10% to recipients in Illinois, and 10% to recipients in Virginia. The listed California recipients were primarily in San Diego County.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2026 grant dollars across all 10 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation open to new grantees?
0%
first-time grantees, 2026
In 2026, 0 of 10 grantees (0%) were first-time recipients. With only 10 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 10 points. How we count
- 90% of 2026 grantees were also funded in 2025. Method
- Giving held roughly steady from 2023 to 2026 (−10%). Method
- In 2026 it paid out 88% of its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Foundations have until the end of the next year to meet it. Method
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990-PF filings (2021–2026). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2026, annual grant giving ranged from $100K (2021) to $132K (2023). In 2026 it made 10 grants totaling $119K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Lung Association San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| Muscular Dystrophy Association Chicago, IL | General Operating | $11,900 |
| American Cancer Society San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| American Heart Association San Diego La Jolla, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| The Salvation Army Alexandria, VA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| American Red Cross San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| YWCA of San Diego County San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| YMCA of San Diego County San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| United Way of San Diego San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
| Sharp Healthcare Foundation San Diego, CA | General Operating | $11,900 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $2,564,742 | $281,997 | $155,551 | $119,000 | 10 | $122,493 | $247,692 | $139,759 |
| 2025 | $2,438,128 | $244,774 | $161,404 | $109,000 | 10 | $113,311 | $204,773 | $131,244 |
| 2024 | $2,363,064 | $691,635 | $140,846 | $107,000 | 10 | $110,981 | $662,147 | $109,628 |
| 2023 | $1,813,850 | $130,692 | $162,336 | $132,000 | 10 | $140,112 | $107,426 | $112,856 |
| 2022 | $1,848,933 | $83,938 | $142,005 | $107,000 | 10 | $115,995 | $58,234 | $129,318 |
| 2021 | $1,914,194 | $128,488 | $130,379 | $100,000 | 10 | — | $100,790 | $115,590 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation reported a distributable amount of $140K for 2026 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants went to organizations including health charities, the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and the YMCA and YWCA of San Diego County. The YMCA describes its mission as nurturing a healthy spirit, mind, and body so all can thrive. The YWCA says it works to help individuals and families break cycles of domestic violence and homelessness and achieve self-sufficiency. The Muscular Dystrophy Association describes its work as advancing research, care, and advocacy for people affected by neuromuscular diseases.
Grantmaking
In 2026, the foundation gave $119,000 through 10 grants. Each grant was $11,900. All listed grants were for general operating support. Recipients included the American Lung Association, Muscular Dystrophy Association, American Cancer Society, American Heart Association San Diego, The Salvation Army, American Red Cross, YWCA of San Diego County, YMCA of San Diego County, United Way of San Diego, and Sharp Healthcare Foundation, each receiving $11,900.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2026 filing lists US Bank N A as trustee.
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's only listed officer is US Bank N A, Trustee on every filing since 2024 (compensated).
Officers on the 2026 filing
US Bank N A
Trustee
On filings since 2024
1 hr/week
$29K (2024) → $35K (2026)
Former officers (1)
- Former: Mufg Union Bank N A (2021–2023) — Trustee
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2026. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2026 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2026 filing was $35K, to US Bank N a (Trustee).
Frequently asked questions about Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation
How much does Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation give each year?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation gave $119K across 10 grants in 2026, according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2025 it gave $109K across 10 grants.
What is Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's typical grant size?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's median grant in 2026 was $11,900, and its average grant was $11,900, across 10 grants on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation give grants?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation gives mostly in California: 80% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The next largest states were Illinois (10%) and Virginia (10%). The most frequent recipient cities were San Diego, CA (7 grants).
Does Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's 2026 grants with a stated purpose (10 of 10) were for general or operating support, per its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's largest grantees?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's largest 2026 grantees include American Lung Association ($11,900), Muscular Dystrophy Association ($11,900) and American Cancer Society ($11,900), according to its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 30% of its itemized 2026 grant dollars.
How large is Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation reported $2.6M in total assets on its 2026 IRS Form 990-PF. It paid out $122K in qualifying distributions that year, against a required minimum of $140K (roughly 5% of its investment assets). Falling short in one year is not a violation: foundations have until the end of the next year to meet the minimum.
What does Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2026 grants went to organizations including health charities, the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and the YMCA and YWCA of San Diego County. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation?
The foundation states that it makes contributions only to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's EIN?
Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 95-6652211. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2026.
Does Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation accept unsolicited proposals?
No, according to Grantable's research on the foundation's published guidelines. See how to apply ↑
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2026 (received by the IRS August 10, 2026)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS July 30, 2021)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS July 21, 2022)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS August 15, 2023)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS August 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990-PF for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS February 10, 2026)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2021–2025
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Grantable. (2026). Nellie T Thatcher Perkins Foundation funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 5, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/nellie-t-thatcher-perkins-foundation-morg_f8d267a9b7c84085b6f7ca6b8b1dc349
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