Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Norfolk, Virginia. In tax year 2025 it gave $74,879 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $16,000. 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$74,879
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$16,000
- Assets$28,877
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2025 was up from $67,894 the year before.
47% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $52,703 | 12 | $66,846 |
| 2024 | $67,894 | 13 | $35,032 |
| 2025 | $74,879 | 15 | $28,877 |
How to apply
Nicholson Aaaa Charitable 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Virginia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | 14 | $71,392 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $3,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia Opera | Further donee's charitable purpose | $16,000 |
| Union Mission | Further donee's charitable purpose | $13,600 |
| Casa | Further donee's charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Virginia Stage Company | Further donee's charitable purpose | $10,000 |
| Roads to Recovery | Further donee's charitable purpose | $6,000 |
| Virginia Arts Festival | Further donee's charitable purpose | $5,000 |
| Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia | Further donee's charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Girls on the Run | Further donee's charitable purpose | $3,000 |
| Stand Up for Kids | Further donee's charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Access Virginia | Further donee's charitable purpose | $2,000 |
| Hilltop Family YMCA | Further donee's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Communities in Schools of Hampton Roads | Further donee's charitable purpose | $1,000 |
| Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters (CHKD) | Further donee's charitable purpose | $775 |
| Community Outreach Portsmouth | Further donee's charitable purpose | $517 |
| Norfolk Public Library | Further donee's charitable purpose | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Thomas H Nicholson III
Questions people ask
Does Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation give?
$74,879 in tax year 2025, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Thomas H Nicholson III (President).
What does Nicholson Aaaa Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, youth programs and education.