Santas Legacy Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Santas Legacy Foundation is a private foundation in Mountain Home, Idaho. In tax year 2025 it gave $250 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $125 and the largest $150. 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$250
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$125
- Largest grant$150
- Assets$0
Giving in 2025 was up from $10 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10 | 0 | $0 |
| 2025 | $250 | 2 | $0 |
How to apply
Santas Legacy 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
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 2 | $250 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Donation to support ROTC program cadets impacted by government shutdown. | $150 |
| Individual | Supporting ROTC program cadets impacted during government shutdown. | $100 |
Officers and trustees
- Derick Nickless
- Linda Nickless
- Heather Nickless
- Bellanova Nickless
Questions people ask
Does Santas Legacy Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Santas Legacy Foundation give?
$250 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $125.
Who runs Santas Legacy Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Derick Nickless (President), Linda Nickless (Vice President), Heather Nickless (Treasurer) and Bellanova Nickless (Secretary).