Also known as: Nicholson Family Foundation · Nicholson Foundation
Based on their 2023 IRS Form 990-PF filing (EIN 770444787) — historical reported giving, not an open application portal.
Compiled from public IRS Form 990-PF Part XV filings. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation.
In its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF filing, The Nicholson Family Foundation reported 48 grants totaling $322,670 to 48 organizations across 4 states and territories, most often for education. Its largest reported grant was $50,000 to George Mark Children's House.
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| Recipient | Location | Total |
|---|---|---|
| George Mark Children's House | SAN LEANDRO, CA | $50,000 |
| Berkeley Arts Center | BERKELEY, CA | $10,000 |
| Beyond Emancipation | OAKLAND, CA | $10,000 |
| Camping Unlimited | BOULDER CREEK, CA | $10,000 |
| Digital Nest | WATSONVILLE, CA | $10,000 |
| Hospice of Santa Cruz | SCOTTS VALLEY, CA | $10,000 |
| Leap Arts in Education | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $10,000 |
| Music in Schools Today | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $10,000 |
| Oakland Leaf | OAKLAND, CA | $10,000 |
| Pajaro Valley Arts | WATSONVILLE, CA | $10,000 |
| Shine Together | MILPITAS, CA | $10,000 |
| Survivors Healing Center | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $10,000 |
| Vista Center for the Blind | PALO ALTO, CA | $10,000 |
| Artogether | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Arts Council Santa Cruz | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Aspire Education | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Branciforte Middle School | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Cantare CON Vivo | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Coastal Watershed Council | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Cutting Ball Theater | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Destiny Arts Center | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Dientes Community Dental | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Diversity Center of Santa Cruz | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Down Syndrome Connection | DANVILLE, CA | $5,000 |
| Endwell Foundation | HEALDSBURG, CA | $5,000 |
| First Graduate | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| FIT Kids Foundation | MENLO PARK, CA | $5,000 |
| Food What | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Golden Gate Performing Arts | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Hack the Hood | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Judicial District VII Casa Program | IDAHO FALLS, ID | $5,000 |
| National Center for Pediatric Pallative Care Homes | SCOTTSDALE, AZ | $5,000 |
| New Life Center | GOODYEAR, AZ | $5,000 |
| O'neill Sea Odyssey | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $5,000 |
| Old Skool Cafe | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Project Commotion | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| SAN Francisco Youth Theatre | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Shipyard Trust for the Arts | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Ultimate Impact | OAKLAND, CA | $5,000 |
| Voice of Witness | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| Zaccho Dance Theatre | SAN FRANCISCO, CA | $5,000 |
| High Fives Foundation | TRUCKEE, CA | $2,000 |
| Pajaro Valley Loaves and Fishes | WATSONVILLE, CA | $2,000 |
| Piedmont Community Church | PIEDMONT, CA | $2,000 |
| Second Harvest Food Bank | WATSONVILLE, CA | $2,000 |
| Valley Churches United | BEN LOMOND, CA | $2,000 |
| Volunteer Center of Santa Cruz County Watsonville Volunteer Center | SANTA CRUZ, CA | $2,000 |
| Exponent Philanthropy | WASHINGTON, DC | $670 |
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Source: this foundation’s own public IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2023 — Part XV (grants paid). Figures are as reported by the foundation for a single filing year and reflect historical giving, not a current application opportunity. UseGrants is an independent aggregator, not affiliated with this foundation. Always confirm details with the funder before applying.
