The Naduse Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Naduse Foundation is a private foundation in Beverly, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $120,013 in 29 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$120,013
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.7 million
- New grantees28%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,500 the year before.
28% 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 | $47,500 | 18 | $2.2 million |
| 2024 | $101,500 | 23 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $120,013 | 29 | $2.7 million |
How to apply
The Naduse 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 The Naduse Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 8 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 14 | $61,000 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $24,010 |
| New York | 2 | $12,500 |
| California | 3 | $5,503 |
| Illinois | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $5,000 |
| Maine | 1 | $5,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $2,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Brain and Behavior Research Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Woodwell Climate Research Center | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Chewonki Foundation | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Catalyst | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Family Aid | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Health Law Advocates | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Ifaw Global Animal Rescue | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Masspirg | Charitable | $5,000 |
| NAMI | Charitable | $5,000 |
| On the Rise | Charitable | $5,000 |
| United South End Settlements | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Women for Women International | Charitable | $5,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Young Center for Children | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Community Change | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Beverly Bootstraps Community SRVCS | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Action Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Everytown for Gun Safety Action | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Green Beverly | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Three Sisters Garden Project | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Wildlife Conservation Network | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Eastern Ed Resource Collaborative | Charitable | $2,010 |
| Ca Community Foundation | Charitable | $2,003 |
| Public Citizen | Charitable | $2,000 |
| Squam Lake Association | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Squam Lakes Conservation Society | Charitable | $1,000 |
| 211 la | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Nourishing the North Shore | Charitable | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- John C Lackey
- Carolyn Lackey
Questions people ask
Does The Naduse Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Naduse Foundation give?
$120,013 in tax year 2025, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Naduse Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists John C Lackey (Trustee) and Carolyn Lackey (Trustee).
What does The Naduse Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly science and research, environment and conservation and international.