NBT Charitable Trust
Preselected recipients only
NBT Charitable Trust is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $300,000 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $50,000. 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$300,000
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$5.4 million
- New grantees22%
Giving in 2025 was up from $250,000 the year before.
22% 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 | $482,500 | 15 | $5.1 million |
| 2024 | $250,000 | 7 | $5.5 million |
| 2025 | $300,000 | 9 | $5.4 million |
How to apply
NBT Charitable Trust 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 NBT Charitable Trust funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 9 | $300,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc | Summer program | $50,000 |
| Courageous Sailing Center for Youth Inc | Steps to lead program | $50,000 |
| The Discovery Museum | Children's programs | $50,000 |
| Boston Private Industry Council Inc | Summer learning project | $35,000 |
| West End House Girls Camp | Girls camp | $30,000 |
| Codman Community Farms Inc | Education dept and 50th | $25,000 |
| WriteBoston | Summer journalism institute | $20,000 |
| Someone Else's Child | Summer program | $20,000 |
| CASA Foundation | Charitable | $20,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Joseph A Wheelock III
- Richard K Nichols
- Andronica T Wheelock
Questions people ask
Does NBT Charitable Trust accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does NBT Charitable Trust give?
$300,000 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs NBT Charitable Trust?
Its 2025 filing lists Joseph A Wheelock III (Trustee (See Footnote)), Richard K Nichols (Trustee (See Footnote)) and Andronica T Wheelock (Trustee (See Footnote)).
What does NBT Charitable Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs and education.