Believe in Nice Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Believe in Nice Foundation is a private foundation in Vancouver, Washington. In tax year 2025 it gave $100,500 in 11 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 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$100,500
- Number of grants11
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees73%
Giving in 2025 was up from $69,330 the year before.
73% 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 | $49,950 | 9 | $1.5 million |
| 2024 | $69,330 | 12 | $1.9 million |
| 2025 | $100,500 | 11 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Believe in Nice 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 Believe in Nice Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Washington.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Washington | 8 | $84,000 |
| Oregon | 3 | $16,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Peace Health SW Medical Foundation | General fund donation | $50,000 |
| Friends of Hospice | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Clark County Food Bank | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| YWCA | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Lifeline Connections | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Community House on Broadway | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| My Father's House | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Kelso Police Department | Shop with a cop | $5,500 |
| Oregon Dog Rescue | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | General fund donation | $5,500 |
| Coastal Conservation Association | General fund donation | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Richard Hannah
- Jennifer L Hannah Dougherty
- Jason Hannah
- Rhonda Pfeifer
Questions people ask
Does Believe in Nice Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Believe in Nice Foundation give?
$100,500 in tax year 2025, across 11 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs Believe in Nice Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Richard Hannah (President), Jennifer L Hannah Dougherty (Vice President / Secretary), Jason Hannah (Vice President / Treasurer) and Rhonda Pfeifer (Director).
What does Believe in Nice Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health and food and hunger.