The Nick Traina Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nick Traina Foundation is a private foundation in San Francisco, California. In tax year 2024 it gave $141,250 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $25,000 and the largest $26,250. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$141,250
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$25,000
- Largest grant$26,250
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was down from $177,508 the year before.
0% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $177,508 | 7 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $141,250 | 6 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Nick Traina Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What The Nick Traina Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 6 | $141,250 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Huckleberry Youth Program | Charitable | $26,250 |
| Access Institute for Psychological Services | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Adolescent Counseling Services | Charitable | $25,000 |
| San Francisco Conservatory of Music | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Counseling and Support Services for Youth | Charitable | $20,000 |
| Holy Family Day Home | Charitablecharitable | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Danielle Steel
- James Kirk
- Cecily Waterman
- Dr Susan Colligan
- Samantha Traina
Questions people ask
Does The Nick Traina Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nick Traina Foundation give?
$141,250 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $25,000.
Who runs The Nick Traina Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Danielle Steel (President/Director), James Kirk (Cfo/Director), Cecily Waterman (Director) and Dr Susan Colligan (Secretary/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Nick Traina Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and human services.