Nicholas G And Sandra K Nicholas

Restricted Access
Private Foundation
PITTSBURGH, PennsylvaniaMicroEIN: 251646744
ChurchesArts and Culture NonprofitsEducation Nonprofits

The organization is a private foundation that primarily supports religious, arts, and educational initiatives. Its mission appears to focus on providing general support to various nonprofit entities, particularly those associated with the Greek Orthodox Church, as well as cultural institutions like the Pittsburgh Ballet Theatre. The foundation serves a diverse range of recipients, including churches and educational institutions, indicating a commitment to community and cultural enrichment. While it operates mainly in Pennsylvania, it also extends support to organizations in other states.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026

Ideal Applicant

Small to mid-sized local charities (especially in Pennsylvania) with existing personal or board connections to the foundation, typically churches, arts groups, or small educational institutions seeking modest general support.

Good Fit

  • A clear Pennsylvania presence or an established relationship with the foundation's officers or intermediaries.
  • Organizational type matching past recipients (Greek Orthodox churches, arts organizations, small schools).
  • Request size in the small-to-midsize grant range (hundreds to low tens of thousands).
  • Willingness to receive general/unrestricted support rather than large project budgets.

Geography

Moderate

Grants were observed across two states but were heavily concentrated in Pennsylvania, which received the majority of dollars (about 86%), indicating a regional rather than national footprint.

Recipient Variety

Moderate

The latest year shows a small portfolio (four distinct recipients) but recipients span churches, arts, and education; the overall number of beneficiaries is limited and dollars are concentrated among a few organizations.

New Applicants

Restrictive

The foundation's filings state it funds only preselected applicants and no public application route or contact details were found; although two new recipients appeared in the latest year, direct evidence that unfamiliar applicants can gain access is lacking.

Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026