The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Canaan, New York. In tax year 2025 it gave $168,950 in 31 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $99,600. 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$168,950
- Number of grants31
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$99,600
- Assets$2.4 million
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was down from $169,250 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 | $141,450 | 32 | $2.3 million |
| 2024 | $169,250 | 34 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $168,950 | 31 | $2.4 million |
How to apply
The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc 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 Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Massachusetts.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 7 | $114,600 |
| New York | 19 | $43,350 |
| Connecticut | 3 | $5,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $5,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Berkshire Botanical Garden | Scientific & educational | $99,600 |
| Columbia-Greene Hospital Foundation | Scientific & educational | $10,000 |
| Sarah Lawrence College | Educational & charitable | $8,000 |
| Jacob's Pillow | Charitable | $7,500 |
| Canaan NHN | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Crandell Theatre | Charitable | $5,000 |
| North American Friends of Great Dixter | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Barrington Stage Company | Charitable | $4,000 |
| Tonbridge Educational Foundation | Educational & charitable | $3,000 |
| Women's Support Services | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Royal Oak Foundation | Educational & charitable | $1,850 |
| Gunn Memorial Library & Museum | Educational | $1,500 |
| Hollister House Garden | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Uel Wade Music Scholarship | Charitable | $1,500 |
| Columbia Land Conservancy | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Mass Moca | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Shaker Museum & Library | Literary & educational | $1,000 |
| Spencertown Academy Arts Center | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tanglewood | Charitable | $1,000 |
| The Doe Fund | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Ventfort Hall Association Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Wamc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| WMHT | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Berkshire International Film Festival | Charitable | $500 |
| Canaan Historical Society | Charitable | $500 |
| Equine Advocates | Charitable | $500 |
| Palm Beach Opera | Charitable | $500 |
| Tannery Pond Concerts | Charitable | $500 |
| The Garden Conservancy | Charitable | $500 |
| The Salvation Army | Charitable | $500 |
| Wnet | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Madeline Devries Hooper
- John Hooper
- Catherine Hooper
Questions people ask
Does The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc give?
$168,950 in tax year 2025, across 31 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Madeline Devries Hooper (President), John Hooper (Secretary) and Catherine Hooper (Director).
What does The Non Nobis Solum Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, science and research and environment and conservation.