NBT II Foundation JH3540
Preselected recipients only
NBT II Foundation JH3540 is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $900,000 in 22 grants; the typical grant was $35,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$900,000
- Number of grants22
- Typical grant$35,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$19.5 million
- New grantees32%
Giving in 2025 was the same as $900,000 the year before.
32% 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 | $430,000 | 13 | $17.9 million |
| 2024 | $900,000 | 21 | $19.1 million |
| 2025 | $900,000 | 22 | $19.5 million |
How to apply
NBT II Foundation JH3540 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 II Foundation JH3540 funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 22 | $900,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Broad Institute Inc | Institute's pediatric | $150,000 |
| Household Goods | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Cure Alzheimer's Fund | Immunotherapies targeting | $100,000 |
| GROTON HILL MUSIC CENTER Ms Lisa Fiorentino | Unrestricted support | $50,000 |
| Youthbuild Boston Inc | Building trades exploration | $45,000 |
| Hyde Square Task Force | Unrestricted support | $40,000 |
| Artists for Humanity | Youth arts enterprise | $40,000 |
| Year Up United | Charitable | $40,000 |
| Conservatory Lab Charter School | Support of the revolution | $40,000 |
| Zumix | Unrestricted support | $35,000 |
| Boston Arts Academy Foundation | Scholarships and emergency | $35,000 |
| Future Chefs | Support school to career | $35,000 |
| Science Club for Girls | Unrestricted support | $35,000 |
| Partners for Youth With Disabilities | Unrestricted support | $35,000 |
| 826 Boston | Charitable | $35,000 |
| Bikes Not Bombs | Youth pathways programs | $25,000 |
| New England Sci-Tech | Charitable | $25,000 |
| Boston Childern's Chorus | Recruitment initiative | $25,000 |
| Town of Lincoln Parks and Recreation Dep | Lincoln parks and | $2,500 |
| Domestic Violence Services Network Inc | Unrestricted support | $2,500 |
| Town of Lincoln - Emergency Assistance F | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Town of Lincoln - Rental Assistance Fund | Charitable | $2,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard K Nichols See Footnote
- Joseph A Wheelock III
- Andronica Stanley-Wheelock
Questions people ask
Does NBT II Foundation JH3540 accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does NBT II Foundation JH3540 give?
$900,000 in tax year 2025, across 22 grants, with a typical grant of $35,000.
Who runs NBT II Foundation JH3540?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard K Nichols See Footnote (Trustee), Joseph A Wheelock III (Trustee) and Andronica Stanley-Wheelock (Trustee).
What does NBT II Foundation JH3540 fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and youth programs.