The Wapack Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Wapack Foundation is a private foundation in Boston, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $163,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 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$163,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$471,235
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $186,000 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 | $187,000 | 19 | $730,048 |
| 2024 | $186,000 | 19 | $619,342 |
| 2025 | $163,000 | 15 | $471,235 |
How to apply
The Wapack 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 Wapack Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to New Hampshire.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 6 | $73,000 |
| Mississippi | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 8 | $40,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Medallion scholarship | $50,000 |
| Hope Enterprise Corporation | Unrestricted support | $50,000 |
| Museum of Science | Annual fund | $15,000 |
| Dartmouth Al College | Support | $7,000 |
| Monadnock Area Transitional Shelter Development Office | Unrestricted support | $5,000 |
| The River Center Development Office | Unrestricted support | $5,000 |
| Monadnock Community Hospital | General operations | $5,000 |
| New England Forestry Foundation | Unrestricted support | $5,000 |
| Wellesley College | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| Appalachian Mountain Club | Unrestricted support | $5,000 |
| Harvard Law School | Annual fund | $5,000 |
| United Way Family Fund Development Office | Unrestricted support | $2,000 |
| Greater Boston Food Bank | Unrestricted support | $2,000 |
| Harris Center Development Office | Unrestricted support | $1,000 |
| New England Conservatory Office of Advancement and Engagement | Support for annual fund | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard K Nichols
- Jennifer D Nichols
- James R Nichols
Questions people ask
Does The Wapack Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Wapack Foundation give?
$163,000 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Wapack Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard K Nichols (Trustee), Jennifer D Nichols (Trustee) and James R Nichols (Trustee).
What does The Wapack Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.