Nickum Foundation
Invitation OnlyHinsdale, Illinois · EIN 38-3141920 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$181K
Organizations funded10
Typical grant$13,500
Total assets$4M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
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
90% of grants went outside Illinois.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Housing Trust of Benzie | Frankfort, MI | General support | $30,000 |
| Denison University | Granville, OH | General support | $25,000 |
| Frankfort-Elberta Education Foundation | Frankfort, MI | General support | $25,000 |
| Paul Oliver Memorial Hospital Foundation | Frankfort, MI | General support | $25,000 |
| Cranbrook Schools | Bloomfield, MI | General support | $20,000 |
| University of Iowa | Iowa City, IA | General support | $13,500 |
| Grand Traverse Regional Land Conservancy | Traverse City, MI | General support | $12,500 |
| Northwestern University | Evanston, IL | General support | $10,000 |
| Rollins College | Winter Park, FL | General support | $10,000 |
| Santa Clara University | Santa Clara, CA | General support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $181,000 | 10 |
| 2024 | $150,000 | 7 |
| 2023 | $165,000 | 8 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202601349349102450
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-3141920
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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