Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Kittery Point, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $802 in 3 grants; the typical grant was $201 and the largest $401. 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$802
- Number of grants3
- Typical grant$201
- Largest grant$401
- Assets$16,881
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $780 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 | $812 | 3 | $16,051 |
| 2024 | $780 | 3 | $16,632 |
| 2025 | $802 | 3 | $16,881 |
How to apply
Nichols Handy Charitable 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.
What Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 2 | $401 |
| Maine | 1 | $401 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Kittery Land Trust | Operating funds | $401 |
| Father Bill's and Mainspring | Operating funds | $201 |
| St Francis House | Operating funds | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- Robert S Nichols
- James C Nichols
Questions people ask
Does Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation give?
$802 in tax year 2025, across 3 grants, with a typical grant of $201.
Who runs Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Robert S Nichols (Trustee) and James C Nichols (Trustee).
What does Nichols Handy Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.