Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc | Foundation Profile
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EIN: 87-1448491
Foundation Overview
Based in Mequon, WI, Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc has awarded 81 grants totaling $9,680,000 to organizations in Wisconsin, Georgia and 2 other states across the US. Individual grants range from $10,000 to $500,000, with a median award of $50,000.
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New Applicant Friendliness
1 of 9 recipients (11%) were new grantees. Recent establishment means most partnerships are naturally new. Pattern may not reflect long-term preferences.
Geographic Focus
80% of all grants are concentrated in Wisconsin, demonstrating highly focused geographic giving. This foundation prioritizes deep community impact in its primary service area. Within Wisconsin, funding concentrates in Milwaukee (38%), Wauwatosa (11%), Madison (6%).
Funding Trajectory
Declining funding trend with 14% decrease over 1 years may indicate reduced grant opportunities or shifting foundation priorities. This trajectory suggests more competitive application environment.
Program Areas
Diversified giving across multiple program areas with primary emphasis on healthcare (37%). This broad approach suggests openness to various causes and innovative cross-sector solutions.
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Grants & Funding
Analyzing past grantees provides valuable insights into Lynn S Nicholas Family Foundation Inc's funding preferences, organizational priorities, and grant making patterns. This historical data helps potential applicants understand the foundation's strategic focus and identify successful funding approaches.
| Name | Amount | Location | Purpose | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aurora Health Care Foundation | $100,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Capital Campaign For Kradwell School. Provide Care For Over 3 Million People Through Community Programs And Patient Care. Promoting Education And Wellness Programs. | 2023 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wisconsin Foundation | $500,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Advance The Work Of Pediatric Patient Care, Research And Teaching By Children's Hospitals. | 2023 |
| Macc Fund | $300,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supports Research Into The Effective Treatment And Cure For Childhood Cancer. | 2023 |
| Medical College Of Wisconsin | $200,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting A Private Medical School, Pharmacy, And Graduate School In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. | 2023 |
| Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation | $400,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | To Help Support The New Research Center And Mental Health Treatments In General. To Create Awareness Around Mental Health | 2023 |
| Uw Foundation | $100,000 | Madison, WI, US | To Promote The Welfare And Advance The Objectives Of Uw-madison By Encouraging The Interest, Engatgement And Financial Support Of Alumni, Donors And Friends In The Life Of The University And With Each Other. | 2023 |
| Uwm Foundation | $400,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting Uw Milwaukee Students, Faculty, Community Programs, And The Community. | 2023 |
| Wags And Walks | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Animal Rescue Dedicated To Working To Reduce Euthanaisia, And Increase Awareness As Rescue Dogs As Being Wonderful Pets. | 2023 |
| Watertown Humane Society | $100,000 | Watertown, WI, US | Provide For The Lost, Homeless, Neglected Animals. Provide Help For Animals In Need Regardless Of Age, Health, Or Background. | 2023 |
| Aurora Health Care Foundation | $100,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Capital Campaign For Kradwell School. Provide Care For Over 3 Million People Through Community Programs And Patient Care. Promoting Education And Wellness Programs. | 2022 |
| Center For Deaf Blind Persons Inc | $10,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Strive To Help Those With Hearing Loss And Sight Loss Feel Like A Part Of The Community. To Help Those Achieve As Much Independence As Possible. | 2022 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wisconsin Foundation | $500,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Advance The Work Of Pediatric Patient Care, Research And Teaching By Children's Hospitals. | 2022 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | $100,000 | Columbus, GA, US | Promote Education, Nuture Meaningful Friendships, And Build Women With Strong Ideas. | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $15,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Animals, Promote The Human, Animal Bond And Prevent Animal Cruelty And Neglect. | 2022 |
| Haws Of Waukesha County Inc | $25,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Leads The Community In Animal Welfare And Assures Sanctuary For Animals In Need. | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $15,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Milwaukee's Free And Local Food Bank, Believes Everyone Deserves The Right To Healthy Food Obtained With Dignity. Prevent Hunger And Malnutrition By Providing Food To People In Need And Promoting Social Policies That Support A Hunger Free Community. | 2022 |
| La Belle Foundation | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Devoted To Saving, Rehabilitating And Advocating For Dogs. | 2022 |
| Love Leo Rescue | $50,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Dedicated To The Belief That All Dogs Deserve A Second Chance. | 2022 |
| Macc Fund | $300,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supports Research Into The Effective Treatment And Cure For Childhood Cancer. | 2022 |
| Medical College Of Wisconsin | $200,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting A Private Medical School, Pharmacy, And Graduate School In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Center For Independence | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Providing Valuable Resources For People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Institute Of Art And Design | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Private Art School Providing Instruction In Visual Art And Design. | 2022 |
| Occupaws Guide Dog Association | $15,000 | Madison, WI, US | Place Fully Trained Guide Dogs With Visually Impaired Residents Of Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Oshkosh Area Humane Society | $25,000 | Oshkosh, WI, US | Promote The Bond Between Animals And People, Provide Community Outreachand Education And Enhance The Quality Of Lives Of Animals Through Sheltering, Adoptions And Programs And Services. | 2022 |
| Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation | $400,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | To Help Support The New Research Center And Mental Health Treatments In General. To Create Awareness Around Mental Health | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $25,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Helping Families Feel At Home When They Can't Be. Helping Them Access The Medical Care They Need. | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | $50,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Leading The Way The World Treats, Understands, And Defeats Childhood Cancer And Other Life Threatening Diseases. No Child Is Denied Treatment. | 2022 |
| St Marcus Lutheran School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | To Train Children To Excel In Their Roles In The Family, School And Community. | 2022 |
| The Ridges Sanctuary | $25,000 | Baileys Harbor, WI, US | Nature Preserve And Land Trust Dedicated To Preservation, Education And Research. | 2022 |
| Uwm Foundation | $400,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting Uw Milwaukee Students, Faculty, Community Programs, And The Community. | 2022 |
| Wags And Walks | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Animal Rescue Dedicated To Working To Reduce Euthanaisia, And Increase Awareness As Rescue Dogs As Being Wonderful Pets. | 2022 |
| Watertown Humane Society | $100,000 | Watertown, WI, US | Provide For The Lost, Homeless, Neglected Animals. Provide Help For Animals In Need Regardless Of Age, Health, Or Background. | 2022 |
| Waunakee Hoops Club | $15,000 | Waunakee, WI, US | To Support The Ab Nicholas Basketball Tournament. | 2022 |
| Aurora Health Care Foundation | $100,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Capital Campaign For Kradwell School. Provide Care For Over 3 Million People Through Community Programs And Patient Care. Promoting Education And Wellness Programs. | 2022 |
| Center For Deaf Blind Persons Inc | $10,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Strive To Help Those With Hearing Loss And Sight Loss Feel Like A Part Of The Community. To Help Those Achieve As Much Independence As Possible. | 2022 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wisconsin Foundation | $500,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Advance The Work Of Pediatric Patient Care, Research And Teaching By Children's Hospitals. | 2022 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | $100,000 | Columbus, GA, US | Promote Education, Nuture Meaningful Friendships, And Build Women With Strong Ideas. | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $15,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Animals, Promote The Human, Animal Bond And Prevent Animal Cruelty And Neglect. | 2022 |
| Haws Of Waukesha County Inc | $25,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Leads The Community In Animal Welfare And Assures Sanctuary For Animals In Need. | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $15,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Milwaukee's Free And Local Food Bank, Believes Everyone Deserves The Right To Healthy Food Obtained With Dignity. Prevent Hunger And Malnutrition By Providing Food To People In Need And Promoting Social Policies That Support A Hunger Free Community. | 2022 |
| La Belle Foundation | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Devoted To Saving, Rehabilitating And Advocating For Dogs. | 2022 |
| Love Leo Rescue | $50,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Dedicated To The Belief That All Dogs Deserve A Second Chance. | 2022 |
| Macc Fund | $300,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supports Research Into The Effective Treatment And Cure For Childhood Cancer. | 2022 |
| Medical College Of Wisconsin | $200,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting A Private Medical School, Pharmacy, And Graduate School In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Center For Independence | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Providing Valuable Resources For People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Institute Of Art And Design | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Private Art School Providing Instruction In Visual Art And Design. | 2022 |
| Occupaws Guide Dog Association | $15,000 | Madison, WI, US | Place Fully Trained Guide Dogs With Visually Impaired Residents Of Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Oshkosh Area Humane Society | $25,000 | Oshkosh, WI, US | Promote The Bond Between Animals And People, Provide Community Outreachand Education And Enhance The Quality Of Lives Of Animals Through Sheltering, Adoptions And Programs And Services. | 2022 |
| Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation | $400,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | To Help Support The New Research Center And Mental Health Treatments In General. To Create Awareness Around Mental Health | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $25,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Helping Families Feel At Home When They Can't Be. Helping Them Access The Medical Care They Need. | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | $50,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Leading The Way The World Treats, Understands, And Defeats Childhood Cancer And Other Life Threatening Diseases. No Child Is Denied Treatment. | 2022 |
| St Marcus Lutheran School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | To Train Children To Excel In Their Roles In The Family, School And Community. | 2022 |
| The Ridges Sanctuary | $25,000 | Baileys Harbor, WI, US | Nature Preserve And Land Trust Dedicated To Preservation, Education And Research. | 2022 |
| Uwm Foundation | $400,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting Uw Milwaukee Students, Faculty, Community Programs, And The Community. | 2022 |
| Wags And Walks | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Animal Rescue Dedicated To Working To Reduce Euthanaisia, And Increase Awareness As Rescue Dogs As Being Wonderful Pets. | 2022 |
| Watertown Humane Society | $100,000 | Watertown, WI, US | Provide For The Lost, Homeless, Neglected Animals. Provide Help For Animals In Need Regardless Of Age, Health, Or Background. | 2022 |
| Waunakee Hoops Club | $15,000 | Waunakee, WI, US | To Support The Ab Nicholas Basketball Tournament. | 2022 |
| Aurora Health Care Foundation | $100,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Capital Campaign For Kradwell School. Provide Care For Over 3 Million People Through Community Programs And Patient Care. Promoting Education And Wellness Programs. | 2022 |
| Center For Deaf Blind Persons Inc | $10,000 | West Allis, WI, US | Strive To Help Those With Hearing Loss And Sight Loss Feel Like A Part Of The Community. To Help Those Achieve As Much Independence As Possible. | 2022 |
| Children's Hospital Of Wisconsin Foundation | $500,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Advance The Work Of Pediatric Patient Care, Research And Teaching By Children's Hospitals. | 2022 |
| Delta Gamma Foundation | $100,000 | Columbus, GA, US | Promote Education, Nuture Meaningful Friendships, And Build Women With Strong Ideas. | 2022 |
| Elmbrook Humane Society | $15,000 | Brookfield, WI, US | To Provide Shelter For Homeless Animals, Promote The Human, Animal Bond And Prevent Animal Cruelty And Neglect. | 2022 |
| Haws Of Waukesha County Inc | $25,000 | Waukesha, WI, US | Leads The Community In Animal Welfare And Assures Sanctuary For Animals In Need. | 2022 |
| Hunger Task Force | $15,000 | West Milwaukee, WI, US | Milwaukee's Free And Local Food Bank, Believes Everyone Deserves The Right To Healthy Food Obtained With Dignity. Prevent Hunger And Malnutrition By Providing Food To People In Need And Promoting Social Policies That Support A Hunger Free Community. | 2022 |
| La Belle Foundation | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Devoted To Saving, Rehabilitating And Advocating For Dogs. | 2022 |
| Love Leo Rescue | $50,000 | Santa Monica, CA, US | Los Angeles Based Animal Rescue Dedicated To The Belief That All Dogs Deserve A Second Chance. | 2022 |
| Macc Fund | $300,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supports Research Into The Effective Treatment And Cure For Childhood Cancer. | 2022 |
| Medical College Of Wisconsin | $200,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting A Private Medical School, Pharmacy, And Graduate School In Milwaukee, Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Center For Independence | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Providing Valuable Resources For People With Disabilities. | 2022 |
| Milwaukee Institute Of Art And Design | $15,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Private Art School Providing Instruction In Visual Art And Design. | 2022 |
| Occupaws Guide Dog Association | $15,000 | Madison, WI, US | Place Fully Trained Guide Dogs With Visually Impaired Residents Of Wisconsin. | 2022 |
| Oshkosh Area Humane Society | $25,000 | Oshkosh, WI, US | Promote The Bond Between Animals And People, Provide Community Outreachand Education And Enhance The Quality Of Lives Of Animals Through Sheltering, Adoptions And Programs And Services. | 2022 |
| Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation | $400,000 | Oconomowoc, WI, US | To Help Support The New Research Center And Mental Health Treatments In General. To Create Awareness Around Mental Health | 2022 |
| Ronald Mcdonald House | $25,000 | Wauwatosa, WI, US | Helping Families Feel At Home When They Can't Be. Helping Them Access The Medical Care They Need. | 2022 |
| St Jude's Children's Research Hospital | $50,000 | Memphis, TN, US | Leading The Way The World Treats, Understands, And Defeats Childhood Cancer And Other Life Threatening Diseases. No Child Is Denied Treatment. | 2022 |
| St Marcus Lutheran School | $10,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | To Train Children To Excel In Their Roles In The Family, School And Community. | 2022 |
| The Ridges Sanctuary | $25,000 | Baileys Harbor, WI, US | Nature Preserve And Land Trust Dedicated To Preservation, Education And Research. | 2022 |
| Uwm Foundation | $400,000 | Milwaukee, WI, US | Supporting Uw Milwaukee Students, Faculty, Community Programs, And The Community. | 2022 |
| Wags And Walks | $50,000 | Los Angeles, CA, US | Animal Rescue Dedicated To Working To Reduce Euthanaisia, And Increase Awareness As Rescue Dogs As Being Wonderful Pets. | 2022 |
| Watertown Humane Society | $100,000 | Watertown, WI, US | Provide For The Lost, Homeless, Neglected Animals. Provide Help For Animals In Need Regardless Of Age, Health, Or Background. | 2022 |
| Waunakee Hoops Club | $15,000 | Waunakee, WI, US | To Support The Ab Nicholas Basketball Tournament. | 2022 |
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Contact Information
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| EIN | 87-1448491 |
| Website | N/A |
| Address | 10309 N RIVER RD Mequon, WI 53092-4561 |
Key People (1)
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| President | Lynn S Nicholas |
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Forms 990-PF
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