Nisbet Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nisbet Family Foundation is a private foundation in North Falmouth, Massachusetts. In tax year 2024 it gave $14,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $5,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$14,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$120,926
- New grantees29%
Giving in 2024 was up from $9,000 the year before.
29% of its 2024 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 | $9,000 | 9 | $128,955 |
| 2024 | $14,000 | 7 | $120,926 |
How to apply
Nisbet Family 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 Nisbet Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 3 | $5,000 |
| Wisconsin | 1 | $5,000 |
| New York | 2 | $3,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Waterbird Sociaty | General Support | $5,000 |
| Environmental Defense Fund | General Support | $2,000 |
| Manomet | General Support | $2,000 |
| Conservation International | General Support | $2,000 |
| Doctors Without Borders USA Inc | General Support | $1,000 |
| Cape Cod Healthcare Foundation | General Support | $1,000 |
| American Bird Conservancy | General Support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Benjamin J Nisbet
Questions people ask
Does Nisbet Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nisbet Family Foundation give?
$14,000 in tax year 2024, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs Nisbet Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Benjamin J Nisbet (Trustee).
What does Nisbet Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation and international.