Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation
Accepts applications
Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation is a private foundation in Bangor, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.6 million in 88 grants; the typical grant was $18,000 and the largest $491,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$2.6 million
- Number of grants88
- Typical grant$18,000
- Largest grant$491,000
- Assets$56.4 million
- New grantees99%
Giving in 2024 was up from $2.1 million the year before.
99% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 1 | $45.4 million |
| 2024 | $2.6 million | 88 | $56.4 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Nathaniel S Putnam PO Box 1210, Bangor, ME 04402-1210 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (207) 947-0111, nputnam@eatonpeabody.com |
| What to submit | Open application |
| Deadlines | December 1st. |
| Restrictions | Maine and Vermont are priorities |
What Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 31 | $1.3 million |
| Vermont | 47 | $1.2 million |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $56,500 |
| Virginia | 2 | $50,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $20,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $18,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation | Donation | $491,000 |
| Vermont Student Assistance Corp | Donation | $100,000 |
| George Stevens Academy | Donation | $90,000 |
| Green Mountain Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $85,000 |
| Hancock County Habitat for Humanity | Donation | $85,000 |
| Maine Children's Home | Donation | $80,000 |
| Lund Family Center | Donation | $67,000 |
| Partners for Peacespruce Run | Donation | $65,000 |
| Steps to End Domestic Violence | Donation | $60,000 |
| Community Health Centers | Donation | $55,000 |
| Northern Light Homecare & Hospice | Donation | $55,000 |
| Vermont Community Loan Fund | Donation | $50,000 |
| Vermont Children's Trust Foundation | Donation | $50,000 |
| Planned Parenthood New England | Donation | $49,500 |
| John Graham Shelter | Donation | $49,000 |
| Community Health & Counseling | Donation | $45,000 |
| United Way of Eastern Maine | Donation | $40,850 |
| Hunger Free Vermont | Donation | $40,000 |
| Spectrum Youth & Family Services | Donation | $38,650 |
| Blue Hill Heritage Trust | Donation | $38,000 |
| Northern Light | Donation | $38,000 |
| Vermont Food Bank | Donation | $38,000 |
| American Red Cross | Donation | $35,000 |
| Homeshare Vermont | Donation | $35,000 |
| Peninsula Ambulance Corps | Donation | $30,000 |
| Immigran Legal Advocacy Project | Donation | $30,000 |
| Down East Family YMCA | Donation | $28,000 |
| Kidsafe | Donation | $27,000 |
| American Foundation | Donation | $25,000 |
| Ellsworth Free Medical Clinic | Donation | $25,000 |
| Horatio Alger Association | Donation | $25,000 |
| Seabee Memorial Scholarship Assn | Donation | $25,000 |
| Pathways - Vermont | Donation | $24,000 |
| Camp Ta-Kum-Ta | Donation | $24,000 |
| Mentor Vermont | Donation | $23,000 |
| Williams College | Donation | $22,000 |
| Polaris Project | Donation | $20,000 |
| Boys & Girls Club of Burlington | Donation | $20,000 |
| Feeding Chittenden | Donation | $20,000 |
| Prevent Child Abuse Vermont | Donation | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Susan Thibault
- William Nichols
- Nathaniel S Putnam
Questions people ask
Does Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: December 1st.
How much does Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation give?
$2.6 million in tax year 2024, across 88 grants, with a typical grant of $18,000.
Who runs Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Susan Thibault (Trustee), William Nichols (Trustee) and Nathaniel S Putnam (Trustee).
What does Francis T & Louis T Nichols Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development, human services and youth programs.