Foundations accepting applications for food banks in Maine (62)

Application contact, as filed: Jennifer Beck

Deadlines, as filed: None. Grants are awarded based on need and approval to fund an applicant.

Restrictions, as filed: The Direct Services Grant Program (DSGP) provides funding to non-profit organizations who provide supports and services addressing the immediate basic needs of people in Maine who are experiencing the adverse effects of poverty. Eligible programs and organizations are those that address or connect people to supports such as food, shelter, clothing, physical and mental health, transportation, English language classes, domestic violence, case management support, etc. The DSGP awards both program/project funding and general operating support. General operating support grants are limited to those organizations whose sole mission is to serve Maine residents who are experiencing poverty.

Application contact, as filed: QUIMBY FAMILY FOUNDATION

Deadlines, as filed: GO TO WWW.QUIMBYFAMILYFOUNDATION.ORG

Restrictions, as filed: GO TO WWW.QUIMBYFAMILYFOUNDATION.ORG

Application contact, as filed: Laura Dover

Deadlines, as filed: 2025 Applications were due by February, 2025. Grant decisions were announced in April, 2025.

Restrictions, as filed: Applicants must be eligible to accept tax-deductible donations as outlined in Section 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code. This includes 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt organizations, public schools, public agencies working for the State of Maine, or Indian tribal governments (and their political subdivisions) recognized by the Department of the Interior. The Foundation limits and prioritizes grant support to charitable work in Maine that aligns with its stated priorities. This requirement may be waived for a defined group of Legacy organizations. For nonprofits based in Maine, the Foundation will check with the Maine Secretary of State's website to determine that applicants' annual report filings are up-to-date. The Foundation will only consider grants for operations, projects, or capital acquisition; the Foundation does not consider grants for endowments.

Application contact, as filed: Program Officer The Bangor Savings

Deadlines, as filed: Applications are due by January 1, April 1, July 1, or October 1 to be valid for consideration.

Restrictions, as filed: The Foundation considers applications for grants ranging from $2,000 up to $25,000, and focuses its philanthropic efforts on improving the vitality of Northern New England's regional and statewide economies through economic and workforce development in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Accordingly, the Foundation has a preference to support projects and initiatives in the following areas: (I) economic development; (II) education; (III) social and community services; (IV) culture and arts; and (V) health and wellness. The Foundation does not generally provide support for the following: political organizations; religious organizations or causes; sectarian purposes; endowments; salaries; scholarships; conferences; seminars; festivals, or similar events.

Application contact, as filed: Brian Ballute

Deadlines, as filed: None

Restrictions, as filed: Must be a 501(c)(3) organization and a qualifying public charity. Application must describe persons/communities served.