Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $190,000 in 4 grants; the typical grant was $47,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$190,000
- Number of grants4
- Typical grant$47,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$1.9 million
- New grantees25%
Giving in 2025 was up from $115,000 the year before.
25% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $84,000 | 5 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $115,000 | 3 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $190,000 | 4 | $1.9 million |
How to apply
Daniel Raymond Nickerson 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 3 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 1 | $70,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $70,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Hope Health Action | General support | $70,000 |
| L'arche Boston North | General support | $70,000 |
| Konbit Sante | General support | $25,000 |
| Pine Tree Society | General support | $25,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Nathan Nickerson
- Betsy Keeney
- Sheri Traverse
- Nancy Nickerson
- Dennis Keeney
- William Traverse
- Amara Lynch
- Jaime Traverse
- Kevin Keeney
Questions people ask
Does Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation give?
$190,000 in tax year 2025, across 4 grants, with a typical grant of $47,500.
Who runs Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Nathan Nickerson (President/Treasurer), Betsy Keeney (Vice-President), Sheri Traverse (Secretary) and Nancy Nickerson (Director) among 9 officers and trustees.