Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc
Accepts applications
Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Mequon, Wisconsin. In tax year 2025 it gave $2.0 million in 9 grants; the typical grant was $200,000 and the largest $500,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$2.0 million
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$200,000
- Largest grant$500,000
- Assets$56.6 million
- New grantees33%
Giving in 2025 was up from $1.9 million the year before.
33% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.1 million | 9 | $54.1 million |
| 2024 | $1.9 million | 6 | $58.8 million |
| 2025 | $2.0 million | 9 | $56.6 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Lynn Nicholas 10309 N River Rd, Mequon, WI 53092 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (414) 573-2378, lnicholas23@att.net |
| What to submit | Type written letter with history and purpose of organization |
| Restrictions | To 501 (c)(3) exempt organizations |
What Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Wisconsin.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Wisconsin | 6 | $1.9 million |
| California | 2 | $100,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $50,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Children's Hospital of Wisconsin Foundation | Advance the work of pediatric patient care, research and teaching by children's hospitals. | $500,000 |
| Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation | To help support the new research center and mental health treatments in general. To create awareness around mental health | $400,000 |
| Uwm Foundation | Supporting uw milwaukee students, faculty, community programs, and the community. | $400,000 |
| Macc Fund | Supports research into the effective treatment and cure for childhood cancer. | $300,000 |
| Medical College of Wisconsin | Supporting a private medical school, pharmacy, and graduate school in milwaukee, wisconsin. | $200,000 |
| Watertown Humane Society | Provide for the lost, homeless, neglected animals. Provide help for animals in need regardless of age, health, or background. | $100,000 |
| Lafd Foundation | To impact every firefighter by providing them with the equipment and tools they need to save lives. | $50,000 |
| Pasadena Humane | To provide shelter, dedicated care and new beginnings for animals in pasadena ca. | $50,000 |
| World Central Kitchen | First to the frontlines, providing fresh meals in response to human itarian, climate an community crises. | $50,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Lynn S Nicholas
Questions people ask
Does Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc give?
$2.0 million in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $200,000.
Who runs Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2025 filing lists Lynn S Nicholas (President).
What does Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, science and research and education.