John & Helen Nicholson Scholar
Preselected recipients only
John & Helen Nicholson Scholar is a private foundation in Dallas, Texas. In tax year 2024 it gave $8,000 in 6 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $2,000. 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$8,000
- Number of grants6
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$2,000
- Assets$262,831
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2024 was down from $11,000 the year before.
100% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $7,000 | 7 | $212,971 |
| 2023 | $11,000 | 9 | $248,336 |
| 2024 | $8,000 | 6 | $262,831 |
How to apply
John & Helen Nicholson Scholar 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 John & Helen Nicholson Scholar funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Illinois.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 1 | $2,000 |
| New York | 1 | $2,000 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $1,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $1,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $1,000 |
| Virginia | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Loyola University | Scholarships | $2,000 |
| Fairfield University | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| James Madison University | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| University of South Carolina | Scholarships | $1,000 |
| University of Georgia | Scholarshiops | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Bank of America N A
Questions people ask
Does John & Helen Nicholson Scholar accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does John & Helen Nicholson Scholar give?
$8,000 in tax year 2024, across 6 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs John & Helen Nicholson Scholar?
Its 2024 filing lists Bank of America N A (Co-Trustee).
What does John & Helen Nicholson Scholar fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.