The Niblack Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Niblack Foundation is a private foundation in Westport, Connecticut. In tax year 2025 it gave $31,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$31,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$37,125
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $28,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 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 | $28,000 | 6 | $93,101 |
| 2024 | $28,000 | 6 | $67,585 |
| 2025 | $31,000 | 6 | $37,125 |
How to apply
The Niblack 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.
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Connecticut.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut | 5 | $21,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $10,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| United Way of Palm Beach | unrestrictedgrant | $10,000 |
| Colby Sawyer College | unrestrictedgrant | $5,000 |
| First Congregational Church | unrestrictedgrant | $5,000 |
| High Hopes Therapeutic Riding | unrestrictedgrant | $5,000 |
| Crosby Fund For Haitian Ed | unrestrictedgrant | $3,500 |
| Habitat For Humanity | unrestrictedgrant | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- John F Niblack
- Heidi G Niblack
- Elwood B Davis
Questions people ask
Does The Niblack Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Niblack Foundation give?
$31,000 in tax year 2025, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Niblack Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John F Niblack (Trustee), Heidi G Niblack (Trustee) and Elwood B Davis (Trustee).