The Nicholas & Dorothy Cummings Foundation
Invitation OnlyReno, Nevada · EIN 88-0321190 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$722K
Organizations funded8
Typical grant$54,000
Total assets$24.3M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $30,000 and $150,000.
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
33% of grants went outside Nevada.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cummings Graduate Institute Inc for Behavioral Health Studies | Tempe, AZ | Funding enhanced leadership, development and planning for 2025 | $204,350 |
| The Empowerment Center | Reno, NV | Funding new apartment furniture/appliances | $150,130 |
| Lead Whorses | Reno, NV | Funding barn remodel | $150,000 |
| St Nicholas Orthodox School | Kapcheno, KE | Funding construction of school | $55,000 |
| St Nicholas Orthodox School | Kapcheno, KE | Funding of school food, salaries, and supplies. | $54,000 |
| Communities in Schools Western Nevada | Reno, NV | Funding support staff school year 2025 - 2026 | $50,000 |
| Briscoeway Services LLC | St Petersburg, VA | Funding a supportive enviornment for at risk youth | $30,000 |
| Peer Suppot Network International - Wcsco | Reno, NV | Funding conference fees and supplies | $28,720 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $722,200 | 8 |
| 2024 | $15,000 | 1 |
| 2023 | $0 | 0 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202611329349103171
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 88-0321190
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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