Nicholas G and Sandra K Nicholas Foundation
Invitation OnlyPittsburgh, Pennsylvania · EIN 25-1646744 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$112K
Organizations funded9
Typical grant$5,000
Total assets$1.8M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $10,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
0% of grants went outside Pennsylvania.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $50,000 |
| Shadyside Academy | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $30,000 |
| Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $10,000 |
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $7,500 |
| Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| The Blessing Board | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $5,000 |
| Pittsburgh Cultural Trust | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $3,000 |
| Holy Cross Greek Orthodox Church | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $1,000 |
| Chuck Noll Foundation | Pittsburgh, PA | General support | $500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $112,000 | 9 |
| 2024 | $76,530 | 11 |
| 2023 | $18,500 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621319349101107
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 25-1646744
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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