Form990-PF

Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service

Return of Private Foundation
or Section 4947(a)(1) Trust Treated as Private Foundation
bulletDo not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
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OMB No. 1545-0052
2015
Open to Public Inspection
For calendar year 2015, or tax year beginning 01-01-2015 , and ending 12-31-2015
Name of foundation
THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
 
% RODNEY GNELSON
Number and street (or P.O. box number if mail is not delivered to street address)PO BOX 365
  Room/suite
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
PRESCOTT, WI54021
A Employer identification number

39-1868979
B Telephone number (see instructions)

C bullet
G Check all that apply:

D 1. bullet
2. bullet
E bullet
H Check type of organization:
F bullet
I Fair market value of all assets at end
of year (from Part II, col. (c),
line 16)bullet$48,254,601J Accounting method:
 
(Part I, column (d) must be on cash basis.)
Part I Analysis of Revenue and Expenses (The total of amounts in columns (b), (c), and (d) may not necessarily equal the amounts in column (a) (see instructions).) (a) Revenue and
expenses per
books 		(b) Net investment
income 		(c) Adjusted net
income 		(d) Disbursements
for charitable
purposes
(cash basis only)
Revenue 1 Contributions, gifts, grants, etc., received (attach schedule) 0
2 Check bullet Sch. B .............
3 Interest on savings and temporary cash investments 25 25  
4 Dividends and interest from securities... 971,765 971,765  
5a Gross rents............ 0 0  
b Net rental income or (loss) -188,029
6a Net gain or (loss) from sale of assets not on line 10 1,799,040
b Gross sales price for all assets on line 6a 18,715,281
7 Capital gain net income (from Part IV, line 2)... 1,799,040
8 Net short-term capital gain.........  
9 Income modifications...........  
10a Gross sales less returns and allowances  
b Less: Cost of goods sold....  
c Gross profit or (loss) (attach schedule).....    
11 Other income (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment -55,008 -55,008  
12 Total. Add lines 1 through 11........ 2,715,822 2,715,822  
Operating and Administrative Expenses 13 Compensation of officers, directors, trustees, etc.        
14 Other employee salaries and wages......        
15 Pension plans, employee benefits.......        
16a Legal fees (attach schedule)......... Click to see attachment 75 75 0 0
b Accounting fees (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 22,100 22,100 0 0
c Other professional fees (attach schedule).... Click to see attachment 237,767 237,767    
17 Interest............... 7,671 7,671    
18 Taxes (attach schedule) (see instructions)... Click to see attachment 97,480 25,149    
19 Depreciation (attach schedule) and depletion...      
20 Occupancy..............        
21 Travel, conferences, and meetings.......        
22 Printing and publications..........        
23 Other expenses (attach schedule)....... Click to see attachment 188,745 188,692    
24 Total operating and administrative expenses.
Add lines 13 through 23.......... 553,838 481,454 0 0
25 Contributions, gifts, grants paid....... 3,049,511 3,049,511
26 Total expenses and disbursements. Add lines 24 and 25 3,603,349 481,454 0 3,049,511
27 Subtract line 26 from line 12:
a Excess of revenue over expenses and disbursements -887,527
b Net investment income (if negative, enter -0-) 2,234,368
c Adjusted net income (if negative, enter -0-)...  
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see instructions.
Cat. No. 11289X Form 990-PF (2015)
Form 990-PF (2015)
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Part II Balance Sheets Attached schedules and amounts in the description column
should be for end-of-year amounts only. (See instructions.)		 Beginning of year End of year
(a) Book Value (b) Book Value (c) Fair Market Value
Assets 1 Cash—non-interest-bearing.............      
2 Savings and temporary cash investments......... 2,016,318 2,568,210 2,568,210
3 Accounts receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
4 Pledges receivable bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
5 Grants receivable.................      
6 Receivables due from officers, directors, trustees, and other
disqualified persons (attach schedule) (see instructions).....      
7 Other notes and loans receivable (attach schedule) bullet  
Less: allowance for doubtful accounts bullet        
8 Inventories for sale or use..............      
9 Prepaid expenses and deferred charges..........      
10a Investments—U.S. and state government obligations (attach schedule)      
b Investments—corporate stock (attach schedule)....... 29,878,426 Click to see attachment29,433,332 33,043,882
c Investments—corporate bonds (attach schedule)....... 12,101,205 Click to see attachment9,148,577 9,117,982
11 Investments—land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
12 Investments—mortgage loans.............      
13 Investments—other (attach schedule).......... 2,768,739 Click to see attachment3,787,518 3,524,527
14 Land, buildings, and equipment: basis bullet  
Less: accumulated depreciation (attach schedule) bullet        
15 Other assets (describe bullet)      
16 Total assets (to be completed by all filers—see the
instructions. Also, see page 1, item I) 46,764,688 44,937,637 48,254,601
Liabilities 17 Accounts payable and accrued expenses..........    
18 Grants payable..................    
19 Deferred revenue.................    
20 Loans from officers, directors, trustees, and other disqualified persons    
21 Mortgages and other notes payable (attach schedule)......    
22 Other liabilities (describe bullet)    
23 Total liabilities (add lines 17 through 22).........   0
Net Assets or Fund Balances bullet
and complete lines 24 through 26 and lines 30 and 31.
24 Unrestricted..................    
25 Temporarily restricted...............    
26 Permanently restricted...............    
bullet
and complete lines 27 through 31.
27 Capital stock, trust principal, or current funds........    
28 Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, bldg., and equipment fund    
29 Retained earnings, accumulated income, endowment, or other funds 46,764,688 44,937,637
30 Total net assets or fund balances (see instructions)..... 46,764,688 44,937,637
31 Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances (see instructions). 46,764,688 44,937,637
Part III
Analysis of Changes in Net Assets or Fund Balances
1
Total net assets or fund balances at beginning of year—Part II, column (a), line 30 (must agree with end-of-year figure reported on prior year’s return) ...............
1
46,764,688
2
Enter amount from Part I, line 27a .....................
2
-887,527
3
Other increases not included in line 2 (itemize) bullet
3
 
4
Add lines 1, 2, and 3 ..........................
4
45,877,161
5
Decreases not included in line 2 (itemize) bulletClick to see attachment
5
939,524
6
Total net assets or fund balances at end of year (line 4 minus line 5)—Part II, column (b), line 30 .
6
44,937,637
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Part IV
Capital Gains and Losses for Tax on Investment Income
(a) List and describe the kind(s) of property sold (e.g., real estate,
2-story brick warehouse; or common stock, 200 shs. MLC Co.) 		(b) How acquired
P—Purchase
D—Donation 		(c) Date acquired
(mo., day, yr.) 		(d) Date sold
(mo., day, yr.)
1 a MORGAN STANLEY 844016293001      
b MORGAN STANLEY 844010304001      
c MORGAN STANLEY 844010312001      
d MORGAN STANLEY 844010330001      
e MORGAN STANLEY 844016287001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844016287001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844016287001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844016287001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844016298001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014694001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014694001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014694001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014911001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014911001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014912001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014912001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014912001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014912001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014913001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014913001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014913001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014913001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014914001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014914001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844011160001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844011160001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014275001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844014275001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844015229001      
MORGAN STANLEY 844015229001      
CAPITAL GAIN DIVIDENDS P    
(e) Gross sales price (f) Depreciation allowed
(or allowable) 		(g) Cost or other basis
plus expense of sale 		(h) Gain or (loss)
(e) plus (f) minus (g)
a 3,266,307   3,226,003 11,212
b 36,633   62,251 -25,618
c 198,188   201,905 -3,717
d 376,722   336,337 40,385
e 2,401,269   2,404,855 -3,586
2,186,975   2,213,708 -26,733
1,155,684   585,184 570,500
273,410     273,410
213,052   119,745 93,307
518,088   512,990 5,098
1,116,798   815,302 301,496
13,896   10,100 3,796
314,556   373,774 -59,218
2,123,789   1,666,598 457,191
2,090,004   2,139,490 -49,486
51,926   53,513 -1,587
1,229,741   919,852 309,889
4     4
146,223   165,258 -19,035
592   578 14
524,025   572,730 -48,705
776   885 -109
16,725   38,582 -21,857
458   18,451 -17,993
22,646   22,806 -160
6,520   6,927 -407
987   3,052 -2,065
118,498   136,491 -17,993
1,081   838 243
309,708   371,162 -61,454
      90,208
Complete only for assets showing gain in column (h) and owned by the foundation on 12/31/69 (l) Gains (Col. (h) gain minus
col. (k), but not less than -0-) or
Losses (from col.(h))
(i) F.M.V. as of 12/31/69 (j) Adjusted basis
as of 12/31/69 		(k) Excess of col. (i)
over col. (j), if any
a       40,304
b       -25,618
c       -3,717
d       40,385
e       -3,586
      -26,733
      570,500
      273,410
      93,307
      5,098
      301,496
      3,796
      -59,218
      457,191
      -49,486
      -1,587
      309,889
      4
      -19,035
      14
      -48,705
      -109
      -21,857
      -17,993
      -160
      -407
      -2,065
      -17,993
      243
      -61,454
       
2 Capital gain net income or (net capital loss) Bracket If gain, also enter in Part I, line 7
If (loss), enter -0- in Part I, line 7		 Bracket 2 1,799,040
3 Net short-term capital gain or (loss) as defined in sections 1222(5) and (6):
If gain, also enter in Part I, line 8, column (c) (see instructions). If (loss), enter -0-
in Part I, line 8 ................... 		Bracket 3  
Part V
Qualification Under Section 4940(e) for Reduced Tax on Net Investment Income
(For optional use by domestic private foundations subject to the section 4940(a) tax on net investment income.)
If section 4940(d)(2) applies, leave this part blank.
Was the foundation liable for the section 4942 tax on the distributable amount of any year in the base period?
If "Yes," the foundation does not qualify under section 4940(e). Do not complete this part.
1 Enter the appropriate amount in each column for each year; see instructions before making any entries.
(a)
Base period years Calendar
year (or tax year beginning in) 		(b)
Adjusted qualifying distributions 		(c)
Net value of noncharitable-use assets 		(d)
Distribution ratio
(col. (b) divided by col. (c))
2014 2,070,700 49,936,390 0.041467
2013 1,884,390 47,450,860 0.039712
2012 4,266,730 45,404,786 0.093971
2011 2,410,000 47,361,488 0.050885
2010 1,435,000 44,685,656 0.032113
2
Total of line 1, column (d) .....................
20.258148
3
Average distribution ratio for the 5-year base period—divide the total on line 2 by 5, or by
the number of years the foundation has been in existence if less than 5 years . . .
3
0.05163
4
Enter the net value of noncharitable-use assets for 2015 from Part X, line 5.....
4
47,695,057
5
Multiply line 4 by line 3......................
5
2,462,496
6
Enter 1% of net investment income (1% of Part I, line 27b)...........
6
22,344
7
Add lines 5 and 6........................
7
2,484,840
8
Enter qualifying distributions from Part XII, line 4.............
8
3,049,511
If line 8 is equal to or greater than line 7, check the box in Part VI, line 1b, and complete that part using a 1% tax rate. See the Part VI instructions.
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Part VI
Excise Tax Based on Investment Income (Section 4940(a), 4940(b), 4940(e), or 4948—see page 18 of the instructions)
1a Bullet and enter “N/A" on line 1. Bracket
Date of ruling or determination letter:   (attach copy of letter if necessary–see instructions)
b 1 22,344
hereBulletand enter 1% of Part I, line 27b...................
c All other domestic foundations enter 2% of line 27b. Exempt foreign organizations enter 4% of Part I, line 12, col. (b)
2 Tax under section 511 (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 2  
3 Add lines 1 and 2........................... 3 22,344
4 Subtitle A (income) tax (domestic section 4947(a)(1) trusts and taxable foundations only. Others enter -0-) 4  
5 Tax based on investment income. Subtract line 4 from line 3. If zero or less, enter -0- ..... 5 22,344
6 Credits/Payments:
a 2015 estimated tax payments and 2014 overpayment credited to 2015 6a 34,000
b Exempt foreign organizations—tax withheld at source...... 6b
c Tax paid with application for extension of time to file (Form 8868)... 6c  
d Backup withholding erroneously withheld ........... 6d  
7 Total credits and payments. Add lines 6a through 6d.............. 7 34,000
8 Enter any penalty for underpayment of estimated tax. if Form 2220 is attached. Click to see attachment 8 224
9 Tax due. If the total of lines 5 and 8 is more than line 7, enter amount owed.......Bullet 9  
10 Overpayment. If line 7 is more than the total of lines 5 and 8, enter the amount overpaid...Bullet 10 11,432
11 Enter the amount of line 10 to be: Credited to 2015 estimated taxBullet11,432 RefundedBullet 11  
Part VII-A
Statements Regarding Activities
1a
During the tax year, did the foundation attempt to influence any national, state, or local legislation or did
Yes
No
it participate or intervene in any political campaign? Click to see list of attachments....................
1a
 
No
b
Did it spend more than $100 during the year (either directly or indirectly) for political purposes (see Instructions
for definition)?.................................
1b
 
No
If the answer is "Yes" to 1a or 1b, attach a detailed description of the activities and copies of any materials
published or distributed by the foundation in connection with the activities.
c
Did the foundation file Form 1120-POL for this year?.....................
1c
 
No
d
Enter the amount (if any) of tax on political expenditures (section 4955) imposed during the year:
(1) On the foundation. bullet$   (2) On foundation managers.bullet$  
e
Enter the reimbursement (if any) paid by the foundation during the year for political expenditure tax imposed
on foundation managers.bullet$  
2
Has the foundation engaged in any activities that have not previously been reported to the IRS?.......
2
 
No
If "Yes," attach a detailed description of the activities.
3
Has the foundation made any changes, not previously reported to the IRS, in its governing instrument, articles
of incorporation, or bylaws, or other similar instruments? If "Yes," attach a conformed copy of the changesClick to see list of attachments....
3
 
No
4a
Did the foundation have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year?........
4a
 
No
b
If "Yes," has it filed a tax return on Form 990-T for this year?...................
4b
 
 
5
Was there a liquidation, termination, dissolution, or substantial contraction during the year?.........
5
 
No
If "Yes," attach the statement required by General Instruction T.Click to see list of attachments
6
Are the requirements of section 508(e) (relating to sections 4941 through 4945) satisfied either:
  • By language in the governing instrument, or
  • By state legislation that effectively amends the governing instrument so that no mandatory directions
    • that conflict with the state law remain in the governing instrument?................
    6
    Yes
     
    7
    Did the foundation have at least $5,000 in assets at any time during the year? If "Yes," complete Part II, col. (c),
    and Part XV..................................
    7
    Yes
     
    8a
    Enter the states to which the foundation reports or with which it is registered (see instructions)
    bulletWI
    b
    If the answer is "Yes" to line 7, has the foundation furnished a copy of Form 990-PF to the Attorney
    General (or designate) of each state as required by General Instruction G? If "No," attach explanation .
    8b
    Yes
     
    9
    Is the foundation claiming status as a private operating foundation within the meaning of section 4942(j)(3)
    or 4942(j)(5) for calendar year 2015 or the taxable year beginning in 2015 (see instructions for Part XIV)?
    If "Yes," complete Part XIV.............................
    9
     
    No
    10
    Did any persons become substantial contributors during the tax year? If "Yes," attach a schedule listing their names
    and addresses. ...............................
    10
     
    No
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    Part VII-A
    Statements Regarding Activities (continued)
    11
    At any time during the year, did the foundation, directly or indirectly, own a controlled entity within the
    meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," attach schedule. (see instructions) .............
    11
     
    No
    12
    Did the foundation make a distribution to a donor advised fund over which the foundation or a disqualified person had
    advisory privileges? If "Yes," attach statement (see instructions).................
    12
     
    No
    13
    Did the foundation comply with the public inspection requirements for its annual returns and exemption application?
    13
    Yes
     
    Website addressbulletN/A
    14
    The books are in care ofbulletRODNEY GNELSON Telephone no.bullet (715) 262-8303

    Located atbullet150 FRONT STREET 423PrescottWI ZIP+4bullet54021
    15
    Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts filing Form 990-PF in lieu of Form 1041.......bullet
    and enter the amount of tax-exempt interest received or accrued during the year ......bullet
    15  
    16 At any time during calendar year 2015, did the foundation have an interest in or a signature or other authority over YesNo
    a bank, securities, or other financial account in a foreign country?
    16   No
    See instructions for exceptions and filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts (FBAR). If "Yes", enter the name of the foreign country bullet  
    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required
    File Form 4720 if any item is checked in the "Yes" column, unless an exception applies.
    Yes
    No
    1a
    During the year did the foundation (either directly or indirectly):
    (1) Engage in the sale or exchange, or leasing of property with a disqualified person?
    (2) Borrow money from, lend money to, or otherwise extend credit to (or accept it from)
    a disqualified person?......................
    (3) Furnish goods, services, or facilities to (or accept them from) a disqualified person?
    (4) Pay compensation to, or pay or reimburse the expenses of, a disqualified person?
    (5) Transfer any income or assets to a disqualified person (or make any of either available
    for the benefit or use of a disqualified person)?...............
    (6) Agree to pay money or property to a government official? (Exception. Check "No"
    if the foundation agreed to make a grant to or to employ the official for a period
    after termination of government service, if terminating within 90 days.).......
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 1a(1)–(6), did any of the acts fail to qualify under the exceptions described in Regulations
    section 53.4941(d)-3 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ........
    1b
     
     
    ........bullet
    c
    Did the foundation engage in a prior year in any of the acts described in 1a, other than excepted acts,
    that were not corrected before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2015?.............
    1c
     
    No
    2
    Taxes on failure to distribute income (section 4942) (does not apply for years the foundation was a private
    operating foundation defined in section 4942(j)(3) or 4942(j)(5)):
    a
    At the end of tax year 2015, did the foundation have any undistributed income (lines 6d
    and 6e, Part XIII) for tax year(s) beginning before 2015?.............
    If "Yes," list the years bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    b
    Are there any years listed in 2a for which the foundation is not applying the provisions of section 4942(a)(2)
    (relating to incorrect valuation of assets) to the year’s undistributed income? (If applying section 4942(a)(2)
    to all years listed, answer "No" and attach statement—see instructions.) ..............
    2b
     
    No
    c
    If the provisions of section 4942(a)(2) are being applied to any of the years listed in 2a, list the years here.
    bullet20, 20, 20, 20
    3a
    Did the foundation hold more than a 2% direct or indirect interest in any business enterprise at
    any time during the year?......................
    b
    If "Yes," did it have excess business holdings in 2015 as a result of (1) any purchase by the foundation
    or disqualified persons after May 26, 1969; (2) the lapse of the 5-year period (or longer period approved
    by the Commissioner under section 4943(c)(7)) to dispose of holdings acquired by gift or bequest; or (3)
    the lapse of the 10-, 15-, or 20-year first phase holding period? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
    if the foundation had excess business holdings in 2015.)..................
    3b
     
     
    4a
    Did the foundation invest during the year any amount in a manner that would jeopardize its charitable purposes?
    4a
     
    No
    b
    Did the foundation make any investment in a prior year (but after December 31, 1969) that could jeopardize its
    charitable purpose that had not been removed from jeopardy before the first day of the tax year beginning in 2015?
    4b
     
    No
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    Part VII-B
    Statements Regarding Activities for Which Form 4720 May Be Required (Continued)
    5a
    During the year did the foundation pay or incur any amount to:
    (1) Carry on propaganda, or otherwise attempt to influence legislation (section 4945(e))?
    (2) Influence the outcome of any specific public election (see section 4955); or to carry
    on, directly or indirectly, any voter registration drive?.............
    (3) Provide a grant to an individual for travel, study, or other similar purposes?
    (4) Provide a grant to an organization other than a charitable, etc., organization described
    in section 4945(d)(4)(A)? (see instructions)................
    (5) Provide for any purpose other than religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or
    educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals?.....
    b
    If any answer is "Yes" to 5a(1)–(5), did any of the transactions fail to qualify under the exceptions described in
    Regulations section 53.4945 or in a current notice regarding disaster assistance (see instructions)? ......
    5b
     
     
    .........bullet
    c
    If the answer is "Yes" to question 5a(4), does the foundation claim exemption from the
    tax because it maintained expenditure responsibility for the grant?..........
    If "Yes," attach the statement required by Regulations section 53.4945–5(d).
    6a
    Did the foundation, during the year, receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on
    a personal benefit contract?.....................
    b
    Did the foundation, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?....
    6b
     
    No
    If "Yes" to 6b, file Form 8870.
    7a
    At any time during the tax year, was the foundation a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
    b
    If yes, did the foundation receive any proceeds or have any net income attributable to the transaction? ....
    7b
     
     
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    Part VIII
    Information About Officers, Directors, Trustees, Foundation Managers, Highly Paid Employees,
    and Contractors
    1 List all officers, directors, trustees, foundation managers and their compensation (see instructions).
    (a) Name and address (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation
     (If not paid, enter
    -0-)     		(d) Contributions to employee benefit plans and deferred compensation (e) Expense account,
    other allowances
    GRANT E NELSON PRESIDENT
    0     		0    
    PO BOX 365
    PRESCOTT,WI54021
    CAROL J NELSON EXEC. V.P.
    0     		0    
    PO BOX 365
    PRESCOTT,WI54021
    SARAH CURTIS V.P. & SECRETARY
    0     		0    
    3021 DAMASCUS ROAD
    JASPER,GA30560
    RODNEY G NELSON V.P. & TREASURER
    0     		0    
    PO BOX 365
    PRESCOTT,WI54021
    MARYBETH NELSON DIRECTOR
    0     		0    
    PO BOX 365
    PRESCOTT,WI54021
    CURTIS D CURTIS DIRECTOR
    0     		0    
    3021 DAMASCUS ROAD
    JASPER,GA30560
    2 Compensation of five highest-paid employees (other than those included on line 1—see instructions). If none, enter “NONE."
    (a) Name and address of each employee paid more than $50,000 (b) Title, and average
    hours per week
    devoted to position     		(c) Compensation (d) Contributions to
    employee benefit
    plans and deferred
    compensation     		(e) Expense account,
    other allowances
     
    Total number of other employees paid over $50,000...................bullet  
    3 Five highest-paid independent contractors for professional services (see instructions). If none, enter "NONE".
    (a) Name and address of each person paid more than $50,000 (b) Type of service (c) Compensation
     
    Total number of others receiving over $50,000 for professional services.............bullet  
    Part IX-A
    Summary of Direct Charitable Activities
    List the foundation’s four largest direct charitable activities during the tax year. Include relevant statistical information such as the number of organizations and other beneficiaries served, conferences convened, research papers produced, etc. Expenses
    1
     
    2  
    3  
    4  
    Part IX-B
    Summary of Program-Related Investments (see instructions)
    Describe the two largest program-related investments made by the foundation during the tax year on lines 1 and 2. Amount
    1 NONE  
    2  
    All other program-related investments. See instructions.
    3  
    Total. Add lines 1 through 3.........................bullet  
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 8
    Part X
    Minimum Investment Return (All domestic foundations must complete this part. Foreign foundations,see instructions.)
    1
    Fair market value of assets not used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes:
    a
    Average monthly fair market value of securities...................
    1a
    45,967,431
    b
    Average of monthly cash balances.......................
    1b
    2,453,947
    c
    Fair market value of all other assets (see instructions)................
    1c
    0
    d
    Total (add lines 1a, b, and c).........................
    1d
    48,421,378
    e
    Reduction claimed for blockage or other factors reported on lines 1a and
    1c (attach detailed explanation) .............
    1e
     
    2
    Acquisition indebtedness applicable to line 1 assets..................
    2
    0
    3
    Subtract line 2 from line 1d.........................
    3
    48,421,378
    4
    Cash deemed held for charitable activities. Enter 1 1/2% of line 3 (for greater amount, see
    instructions) .............................
    4
    726,321
    5
    Net value of noncharitable-use assets. Subtract line 4 from line 3. Enter here and on Part V, line 4
    5
    47,695,057
    6
    Minimum investment return. Enter 5% of line 5..................
    6
    2,384,753
    Part XI
    Distributable Amount bullet
    1
    Minimum investment return from Part X, line 6....................
    1
    2,384,753
    2a
    Tax on investment income for 2015 from Part VI, line 5......
    2a
    22,344
    b
    Income tax for 2015. (This does not include the tax from Part VI.)...
    2b
     
    c
    Add lines 2a and 2b............................
    2c
    22,344
    3
    Distributable amount before adjustments. Subtract line 2c from line 1............
    3
    2,362,409
    4
    Recoveries of amounts treated as qualifying distributions................
    4
     
    5
    Add lines 3 and 4............................
    5
    2,362,409
    6
    Deduction from distributable amount (see instructions).................
    6
     
    7
    Distributable amount as adjusted. Subtract line 6 from line 5. Enter here and on Part XIII, line 1 ...
    7
    2,362,409
    Part XII
    Qualifying Distributions (see instructions)
    1
    Amounts paid (including administrative expenses) to accomplish charitable, etc., purposes:
    a
    Expenses, contributions, gifts, etc.—total from Part I, column (d), line 26 ..........
    1a
    3,049,511
    b
    Program-related investments—total from Part IX-B..................
    1b
    0
    2
    Amounts paid to acquire assets used (or held for use) directly in carrying out charitable, etc.,
    purposes...............................
    2
    0
    3
    Amounts set aside for specific charitable projects that satisfy the:
    a
    Suitability test (prior IRS approval required)....................
    3a
    0
    b
    Cash distribution test (attach the required schedule) .................
    3b
    0
    4
    Qualifying distributions. Add lines 1a through 3b. Enter here and on Part V, line 8, and Part XIII, line 4
    4
    3,049,511
    5
    Foundations that qualify under section 4940(e) for the reduced rate of tax on net investment
    income. Enter 1% of Part I, line 27b (see instructions).................
    5
    22,344
    6
    Adjusted qualifying distributions. Subtract line 5 from line 4..............
    6
    3,027,167
    Note: The amount on line 6 will be used in Part V, column (b), in subsequent years when calculating whether the foundation qualifies for
    the section 4940(e) reduction of tax in those years.
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 9
    Part XIII
    Undistributed Income (see instructions)
    (a)
    Corpus     		(b)
    Years prior to 2014     		(c)
    2014     		(d)
    2015
    1 Distributable amount for 2015 from Part XI, line 7 2,362,409
    2 Undistributed income, if any, as of the end of 2015:
    a Enter amount for 2014 only....... 0
    b Total for prior years:2013, 2012, 2011 0
    3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2015:
    a From 2010......  
    b From 2011......  
    c From 2012...... 1,749,029
    d From 2013......  
    e From 2014......  
    fTotal of lines 3a through e........ 1,749,029
    4Qualifying distributions for 2015 from Part
    XII, line 4: bullet$ 3,049,511
    a Applied to 2014, but not more than line 2a 0
    b Applied to undistributed income of prior years
    (Election required—see instructions).....     		 
    c Treated as distributions out of corpus (Election
    required—see instructions)........     		 
    d Applied to 2015 distributable amount..... 2,362,409
    e Remaining amount distributed out of corpus 687,102
    5 Excess distributions carryover applied to 2015.    
    (If an amount appears in column (d), the
    same amount must be shown in column (a).)
    6Enter the net total of each column as
    indicated below:
    a Corpus. Add lines 3f, 4c, and 4e. Subtract line 5 2,436,131
    b Prior years’ undistributed income. Subtract
    line 4b from line 2b ..........     		0
    c Enter the amount of prior years’ undistributed
    income for which a notice of deficiency has
    been issued, or on which the section 4942(a)
    tax has been previously assessed......     		 
    d Subtract line 6c from line 6b. Taxable amount
    —see instructions ...........     		0
    e Undistributed income for 2014. Subtract line
    4a from line 2a. Taxable amount—see
    instructions .............     		0
    f Undistributed income for 2016. Subtract
    lines 4d and 5 from line 1. This amount must
    be distributed in 2015 ..........     		0
    7 Amounts treated as distributions out of
    corpus to satisfy requirements imposed by
    section 170(b)(1)(F) or 4942(g)(3) (Election may
    be required - see instructions) .......     		 
    8Excess distributions carryover from 2010 not
    applied on line 5 or line 7 (see instructions) ...     		 
    9Excess distributions carryover to 2016.
    Subtract lines 7 and 8 from line 6a ......     		2,436,131
    10 Analysis of line 9:
    a Excess from 2011....  
    b Excess from 2012.... 1,749,029
    c Excess from 2013....  
    d Excess from 2014....  
    e Excess from 2015.... 687,102
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 10
    Part XIV
    Private Operating Foundations (see instructions and Part VII-A, question 9)
    1a If the foundation has received a ruling or determination letter that it is a private operating
    foundation, and the ruling is effective for 2015, enter the date of the ruling.......bullet
     
    b Check box to indicate whether the organization is a private operating foundation described in section or
    2a Enter the lesser of the adjusted net
    income from Part I or the minimum
    investment return from Part X for each
    year listed ..........     		Tax year Prior 3 years (e) Total
    (a) 2015 (b) 2014 (c) 2013 (d) 2012
             
    b 85% of line 2a .........          
    c Qualifying distributions from Part XII,
    line 4 for each year listed .....     		         
    d Amounts included in line 2c not used directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities ..........     		         
    e Qualifying distributions made directly
    for active conduct of exempt activities.
    Subtract line 2d from line 2c ....     		         
    3 Complete 3a, b, or c for the
    alternative test relied upon:
    a “Assets" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Value of all assets ......          
    (2) Value of assets qualifying
    under section 4942(j)(3)(B)(i)    		          
    b “Endowment" alternative test— enter 2/3
    of minimum investment return shown in
    Part X, line 6 for each year listed...     		         
    c “Support" alternative test—enter:
    (1) Total support other than gross
    investment income (interest,
    dividends, rents, payments
    on securities loans (section
    512(a)(5)), or royalties) ....     		         
    (2) Support from general public
    and 5 or more exempt
    organizations as provided in
    section 4942(j)(3)(B)(iii)....     		         
    (3) Largest amount of support
    from an exempt organization    		          
    (4) Gross investment income          
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (Complete this part only if the organization had $5,000 or more in
    assets at any time during the year—see instructions.)
    1Information Regarding Foundation Managers:
    aList any managers of the foundation who have contributed more than 2% of the total contributions received by the foundation
    before the close of any tax year (but only if they have contributed more than $5,000). (See section 507(d)(2).)
    GRANT NELSON
    bList any managers of the foundation who own 10% or more of the stock of a corporation (or an equally large portion of the
    ownership of a partnership or other entity) of which the foundation has a 10% or greater interest.
    NA
    2Information Regarding Contribution, Grant, Gift, Loan, Scholarship, etc., Programs:
    Check here bullet
    aThe name, address, and telephone number or email address of the person to whom applications should be addressed:
    bThe form in which applications should be submitted and information and materials they should include:
    cAny submission deadlines:
    dAny restrictions or limitations on awards, such as by geographical areas, charitable fields, kinds of institutions, or other
    factors:
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 11
    Part XV
    Supplementary Information (continued)
    3 Grants and Contributions Paid During the Year or Approved for Future Payment
    Recipient If recipient is an individual,
    show any relationship to
    any foundation manager
    or substantial contributor
    		 Foundation
    status of
    recipient     		Purpose of grant or
    contribution     		Amount
    Name and address (home or business)
    aPaid during the year
    LIVING WORD BIBLE CAMP
    17455 NOWTHEN BLVD NW
    RAMSEY,MN55303     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL OPERATING FUND 1,100,000
    Rivertree School
    6465 Glacier Lane North
    MAPLE GROVE,MN55311     		NONE   Education-Operating Expense 200,000
    Friends of Freedom Park
    200 Monroe Street
    PRESCOTT,WI54021     		NONE   Operations-Great River Road Visitor Center 32,000
    FISHING FOR LIFE
    4154 BURTON LANE
    MINNEAPOLIS,MN55406     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 15,000
    ELIC
    1629 BLUE PRUCE DRIVE
    FORT COLLINS,CO80524     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 250,000
    EFCA
    901 EAST 78TH STREET
    MINNEAPOLIS,MN55420     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 200,000
    JONI AND FRIENDS
    PO BOX 3333
    AGOURA HILLS,CA91301     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 275,000
    CHILDREN'S HOSPITALS & CLINICS
    4380 MCDONALD DR CT N
    STILLWATER,MN55082     		NONE   MEDICAL ORGANIZATION-PRENATAL LOSS 10,000
    THORNSTON EDUCATION FUND
    PO BOX 2116
    GLENDORA,CA91740     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION - GENERAL FUND 100,000
    FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
    401 93RD AVENUE NW
    COON RAPIDS,MN554335822     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 20,000
    Leighton Ford Ministries
    4029 DOVES ROOST COURT
    CHARLOTTE,NC28211     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 10,000
    Ambleside Schools International
    PO BOX 2976
    FREDERICKSBURG,TX78624     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 150,000
    THE DWELLING PLACE
    PO BOX 270541
    SAINT PAUL,MN55127     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 25,000
    GOODWORD PARTNERSHIP
    PO BOX 24104
    MINNEAPOLIS,MN554240104     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION - PARTNERSHIP OPERATION 150,000
    WHEATON COLLEGE
    501 COLLEGE AVENUE
    WHEATON,IL60187     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION - GENERAL FUND 20,000
    RiverTree School
    3733 Vera Cruz Ave N
    Crystal,MN55422     		NONE   Education - Building 350,000
    MISSION AMERICA
    69495 LOS CAMELIAS
    CATHEDRAL CITY,CA92234     		NONE   RELIGIOUS ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 25,000
    PRESCOTT FOUNDATION
    PO BOX 392
    PRESCOTT,WI54021     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 7,500
    THE BRYDGES CENTRE
    1 OAK HILL COURT
    WHITE BEAR LAKE,MN551101820     		NONE   EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION-GENERAL FUND 100,000
    INTERNATIONAL JUSTICE CONSULTING
    2905 EAST RUM RIVER DRIVE SOUTH
    CAMBRIDGE,MN55008     		NONE   HUMANITARIAN ORGANIZATION - GENERAL FUND 10,000
    WILLIAMS PARTNERS K-1
    ONE WILLIAMS CENTER
    TULSA,OK74172     		NONE   FROM PASS THROUGH K-1 5
    PLAINS ALL AMERICAN PIPELINE K-1
    333 CLAY ST STE 1600
    HOUSTON,TX77002     		NONE   FROM PASS THROUGH K-1 3
    ENBRIDGE ENERGY PARTNERS K-1
    1100 LOUISIANA
    SUITE 3300
    HOUSTON,TX77002     		NONE   FROM PASS THROUGH K-1 1
    ENERGY TRANSFER PARTNERS K-1
    8111 WESTCHESTER DRIVE
    SUITE 600
    DALLAS,TX75225     		NONE   FROM PASS THROUGH K-1 2
    Total .................................bullet 3a 3,049,511
    bApproved for future payment
    Total .................................bullet 3b  
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 12
    Part XVI-A
    Analysis of Income-Producing Activities
    Enter gross amounts unless otherwise indicated. Unrelated business income Excluded by section 512, 513, or 514 (e)
    Related or exempt
    function income
    (See instructions.)
    1Program service revenue: (a)
    Business code     		(b)
    Amount     		(c)
    Exclusion code     		(d)
    Amount
    a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    f
    gFees and contracts from government agencies          
    2 Membership dues and assessments....          
    3
    Interest on savings and temporary cash investments ...........     		    14 25  
    4 Dividends and interest from securities....     14 971,765  
    5 Net rental income or (loss) from real estate:
    aDebt-financed property......          
    bNot debt-financed property..... 532000 -188,029      
    6
    Net rental income or (loss) from personal property     		         
    7 Other investment income.....          
    8
    Gain or (loss) from sales of assets other than inventory ............     		    18 1,799,040  
    9 Net income or (loss) from special events: 252990 -54,991 14 -55,008  
    10 Gross profit or (loss) from sales of inventory..          
    11 Other revenue: a
    b
    c
    d
    e
    12 Subtotal. Add columns (b), (d), and (e).. -243,020 2,715,822  
    13Total. Add line 12, columns (b), (d), and (e)..................
    132,472,802
    (See worksheet in line 13 instructions to verify calculations.)
    Part XVI-B
    Relationship of Activities to the Accomplishment of Exempt Purposes
    Line No.
    DownArrow     		Explain below how each activity for which income is reported in column (e) of Part XVI-A contributed importantly to
    the accomplishment of the foundation’s exempt purposes (other than by providing funds for such purposes). (See
    instructions.)
    N/A NOT APPLICABLE
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Form 990-PF (2015)
    Page 13
    Part XVII
    Information Regarding Transfers To and Transactions and Relationships With Noncharitable Exempt Organizations
    1
    Did the organization directly or indirectly engage in any of the following with any other organization described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3) organizations) or in section 527, relating to political organizations?
    Yes
    No
    a
    Transfers from the reporting foundation to a noncharitable exempt organization of:
    (1) Cash...................................
    1a(1)
     
    No
    (2) Other assets.................................
    1a(2)
     
    No
    b
    Other transactions:
    (1) Sales of assets to a noncharitable exempt organization....................
    1b(1)
     
    No
    (2) Purchases of assets from a noncharitable exempt organization..................
    1b(2)
     
    No
    (3) Rental of facilities, equipment, or other assets.......................
    1b(3)
     
    No
    (4) Reimbursement arrangements...........................
    1b(4)
     
    No
    (5) Loans or loan guarantees.............................
    1b(5)
     
    No
    (6) Performance of services or membership or fundraising solicitations................
    1b(6)
     
    No
    c
    Sharing of facilities, equipment, mailing lists, other assets, or paid employees..............
    1c
     
    No
    d
    If the answer to any of the above is "Yes," complete the following schedule. Column (b) should always show the fair market value
    of the goods, other assets, or services given by the reporting foundation. If the foundation received less than fair market value
    in any transaction or sharing arrangement, show in column (d) the value of the goods, other assets, or services received.

    (a) Line No. (b) Amount involved (c) Name of noncharitable exempt organization (d) Description of transfers, transactions, and sharing arrangements
    2a
    Is the foundation directly or indirectly affiliated with, or related to, one or more tax-exempt organizations
    described in section 501(c) of the Code (other than section 501(c)(3)) or in section 527?...........
    b
    If "Yes," complete the following schedule.

    (a) Name of organization (b) Type of organization (c) Description of relationship
    Sign Here
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    Bullet Bullet
    May the IRS discuss this return
    with the preparer shown below
    (see instr.)?
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    TY 2015 AccountingFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    PRICEWATERHOUSECOOPERS LLP 22,100 22,100    

    TY 2015 AllOthProgRltdInvestmentsSch
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
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    39-1868979
    Category Amount
    NONE  

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    TY 2015 DepreciationSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Description of Property Date Acquired Cost or Other Basis Prior Years' Depreciation Computation Method Rate /
    Life (# of years)    		 Current Year's Depreciation Expense Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Cost of Goods Sold Not Included

    TY 2015 InvestmentsCorpBondsSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Name of Bond End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    MORGAN STANLEY 9,148,577 9,117,982

    TY 2015 InvestmentsCorpStockSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Name of Stock End of Year Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    M.S. COLUMBIA 2,234,920 2,664,014
    M.S. DAVIS 0 0
    M.S. IVORY 1,750,000 1,930,840
    M.S. KESTREL 0 0
    M.S. LATEEF 2,523,530 2,715,991
    M.S. K8 0 0
    M.S. MILLENNIUM 1,400,000 1,992,696
    M.S. ROOSEVELT 0 0
    M.S. TRADEWINDS 2,267,206 2,384,098
    M.S. WENTWORTH HAUSER 2,667,701 2,095,124
    M.S. MAIN 0 0
    M.S. SCHAFER CULLEN 3,472,558 4,056,595
    M.S. 844014275 1,539,254 1,216,490
    M.S. 844014469 2,551,823 3,762,421
    M.S. 844014473 2,360,406 2,861,669
    M.S. 844016273 0 0
    M.S. 844015457 1,500,000 1,532,354
    M.S. 844011160 487,999 496,254
    M.S. 844010304 0 0
    M.S. 844010312 2,293,623 2,098,358
    M.S. 844010330 2,384,312 2,237,572
    M.S. 844011936 0 999,406

    TY 2015 InvestmentsOtherSchedule2
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Category/ Item Listed at Cost or FMV Book Value End of Year Fair Market Value
    FRONTPOINT SJC OFFSHORE FUND   99,510 99,510
    FRONTPOINT MULTI STRATEGY FUND   0 0
    FRONTPOINT FINANCIAL SERVICES   0 0
    NFF REAL ESTATE HOLDINGS LLC   2,717,419 2,717,419
    WESTERN GAS PARTNERS   10,297 11,407
    ENLINK MIDSTREAM PARTNERS   45,893 34,304
    AMERIGAS PARTNERS   9,499 7,025
    EQT MIDSTREAM PARTNERS   42,834 42,258
    ENTERPRISE PRODUCTS PARTNERS   174,946 151,971
    MAGELLAN MIDSTREAM PARTNERS   105,810 97,669
    GENESIS ENERGY   39,682 33,691
    MPLX (1 OF 2)   0 0
    MPLX (2 OF 2)   71,192 52,191
    TALLGRASS ENERGY PARTNERS   17,246 16,072
    PLAINS ALL AMERICAN PIPELINE   78,809 42,781
    ONEOK PARTNERS   35,115 32,239
    ENBRIDGE ENERGY PARTNERS   36,808 25,285
    SHELL MIDSTREAM PARTNERS   10,744 11,376
    TARGA RESOURCES PARTNERS   0 0
    ENERGY TRANSFER PARTNERS   80,897 51,877
    ENERGY TRANSFER EQUITY   163,737 69,964
    WILLIAMS PARTNERS   47,080 27,488

    TY 2015 LegalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    NATIONAL REGISTERED AGENTS INC 75 75    


    TY 2015 OtherDecreasesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Description Amount
    ADJUSTMENT FOR UNREALIZED GAINS/LOSSES 939,524


    TY 2015 OtherExpensesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Description Revenue and Expenses per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    BANK CHARGES 57 57    
    OFFICE EXPENSES 297 297    
    REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE 188,029 188,029    
    WP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 9 0    
    EMP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 5 0    
    EPP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 3 0    
    MMP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 5 0    
    GEP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 2 0    
    MPLX K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 2 0    
    MPLX K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 2 0    
    PAAPP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 13 0    
    OP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 2 0    
    EEP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 3 0    
    TRP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 1 0    
    ETP K-1 NON-DEDUCTIBLE EXP 6 0    
    NET SECTION 1231 GAIN/LOSS 309 309    


    TY 2015 OtherIncomeSchedule2
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Description Revenue And Expenses Per Books Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income
    M.S. 844011776001 Other Income 42 42  
    M.S. 844014913001 Other Income 21 21  
    WP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -8,267 -8,267  
    EMP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -3,785 -3,785  
    AP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -751 -751  
    EQTP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -888 -888  
    EPP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -10,460 -10,460  
    MMP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -2,584 -2,584  
    GEP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -2,457 -2,457  
    MPLX K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -143 -143  
    MPLX K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -3,435 -3,435  
    TEP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -334 -334  
    PAAPP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -2,807 -2,807  
    OP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -5,562 -5,562  
    EEP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -1,076 -1,076  
    TRP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -2,605 -2,605  
    ETP K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -3,912 -3,912  
    ETE K-1 Ordinary Income/Loss -5,865 -5,865  
    WP K-1 Rental Income/Loss -52 -52  
    ETP K-1 Rental Income/Loss -45 -45  
    ETE K-1 Rental Income/Loss -42 -42  
    ETP K-1 Other Rental Income/Loss -3 -3  
    ETP K-1 Royalties 1 1  
    ETE K-1 Royalties 1 1  


    TY 2015 OtherProfessionalFeesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    INVESTMENT FEES 21,000 21,000    
    MANAGEMENT FEES 216,767 216,767    


    TY 2015 TaxesSchedule
    Name:
    THE NELSON FAMILY FOUNDATION INC
    EIN:
    39-1868979
    Category Amount Net Investment Income Adjusted Net Income Disbursements for Charitable Purposes
    FEDERAL TAX - 990-PF 72,331      
    MORGAN STANLEY - FOREIGN TAXES 25,059 25,059    
    GEP K-1 - FOREIGN TAXES 1 1    
    PAAPP K-1 - FOREIGN TAXES 89 89