Maine Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Costco Foundation provides Maine nonprofits focused on children, education, and health and human services with monetary support for community programs. Eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations requesting program funding rather than capital projects or equipment. Arts organizations in Maine that primarily serve youth or families through education or human services may be eligible.
Costco Foundation
Arts and Community Funding for Nonprofits from Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Maine arts and culture nonprofits, public schools, and municipalities can access funding through Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation for projects that benefit communities in southern York County. Support is also available for health, education, community development, environment, and animal welfare initiatives in York County, Maine, and Rockingham and Strafford Counties in New Hampshire.
Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Maine Community Revitalization Funding via New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Tax-exempt organizations, schools, municipalities, and fiscally sponsored grassroots groups in Maine’s Oxford County can apply for the Neil and Louise Tillotson Fund Dash Grants from New Hampshire Charitable Foundation; awards US $250 - US $2,000 for short-term projects. Funding can cover one-time needs like arts events, equipment, consultants, or field trips supporting local community vitality.
New Hampshire Charitable Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Maine
Maine nonprofits providing health, education, or humanitarian services to marginalized communities can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation for programs such as healthcare access, child welfare, literacy, or disaster relief. Organizations may be eligible if their work aligns with the foundation’s global focus on vulnerable populations in countries including the U.S.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Maine Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs that serve U.S. communities may be eligible for this funding. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with broadly beneficial, well-managed services; Maine arts and culture nonprofits may qualify if their work advances general welfare within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Touring Arts Funding for New England Nonprofits via New England Foundation for the Arts
Applications due Aug 3, 2026
Maine arts and culture nonprofits, schools, tribal governments, and local or state agencies can access funding for public performances, readings, and screenings through the New England States Touring (NEST) program. New England Foundation for the Arts supports New England-based presenters bringing regional, national, or international artists to New England communities, including rural and BIPOC-focused organizations.
New England Foundation For The Arts
Betterment Fund Grants for Maine Communities
Full proposal due Aug 15, 2026
Maine-based nonprofit and community organizations working on education, health, conservation, or community-wide support initiatives can seek project funding between US $10,000 - US $35,000. Betterment Fund prioritizes systemic, regional efforts in Western and rural Maine, including early childhood, creative economy, broadband, economic development, and community health and well-being initiatives.
Betterment Fund
Amateur Radio Digital Communications Grants for Maine
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) public charities, government agencies, schools, universities, and similar international nonprofits can seek funding for amateur radio, digital communications, and STEAM education projects. Amateur Radio Digital Communications provides grants for initiatives that expand amateur radio, support related education, and advance open, publicly accessible communication technology, which may benefit arts or cultural programs incorporating radio or digital media.
Amateur Radio Digital Communications
Arts and Community Funding from Sam L. Cohen Foundation
Full proposal due Sep 1, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, eligible faith institutions, and public entities serving Cumberland or York Counties can apply for Sam L. Cohen Foundation grants up to Up to US $50,000 for arts, education, health, civic, and Jewish cultural work. Funding may support new or ongoing arts programs, general operations, or capital needs benefiting underserved communities.
Sam L. Cohen Foundation
Arts Education Funding from Onion Foundation
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, and governmental units can access funding for arts education and public engagement programs that benefit Maine residents. The Onion Foundation offers general operating or project grants, up to US $22,500 over three years, with priority for rural communities and equity-focused, multicultural, and low-barrier arts experiences.
The Onion Foundation
Arts Education Grants for Maine Nonprofits from Onion Foundation
Applications due Sep 10, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, and governmental units running arts education or public engagement programs can apply for Onion Foundation’s Arts Program grants, awarding up to US $60,000 for general operating or project support. Funding prioritizes equitable, low-barrier arts access and public programming that benefits Maine residents, including historically under-resourced communities.
The Onion Foundation
Arts and Culture Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Arts and culture 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including those in Maine, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support artistic and cultural initiatives. With a mission to advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, this funder also considers projects in education, children’s services, humanitarian aid, animals, and environmental work.
Hansen Family Foundation
Maine Community Foundation Arts Grants in Maine
Applications due Sep 16, 2026
Nonprofits, public agencies, schools, municipalities, and tribal governments in Greater Portland can seek project or general support funding for arts and culture, early childhood and youth programming, or environmental conservation. With a mission to strengthen community vibrancy, Maine Community Foundation provides up to US $10,000 to organizations in Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland, Falmouth, Gorham, Portland, Scarborough, South Portland, Yarmouth, and Westbrook.
Maine Community Foundation
Arts Access Grants for BIPOC Groups from Maine Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 17, 2026
BIPOC-led arts organizations and arts-based programs in Maine that expand access to the arts can apply for Maine Community Foundation’s Maine Expansion Arts – BIPOC grants, with awards up to US $10,000 for general operating or project support. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, municipalities, public agencies, tribal governments, and fiscally sponsored groups.
Maine Community Foundation
Maine Community Foundation Support for Rural Arts
Applications due Sep 17, 2026
Maine arts nonprofits and public entities serving rural communities can receive up to US $10,000 to expand access to the arts and cover programming or operational needs in Maine. Maine Community Foundation offers general support and project grants, including indirect costs up to 20%, prioritizing small-budget organizations, local artists, and artistically underserved areas.
Maine Community Foundation
Theater Funding for Maine Nonprofits from Maine Community Foundation
Applications due Sep 17, 2026
Nonprofit theaters, municipalities, schools, public agencies, tribal governments, and fiscally sponsored groups in Maine can apply for Maine Community Foundation’s Maine Theater Fund, awarding US $2,500 - US $5,000 for live theater. Grants support capacity building, general operations, and project costs for nonprofit professional and community theaters, which may benefit arts-focused organizations statewide.
Maine Community Foundation
Senior Services Funding from Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations serving older adults in York County, Maine can apply for the Huntington Common Charitable Fund to support programs that improve seniors’ quality of life. Administered by Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation, this funding may benefit arts, nutrition, dementia care, therapeutic, and other enrichment programs for older residents.
Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Ann B Zekauskas Family Animal Welfare Grants
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine can apply for the Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation’s Special Giving Program to support work with domestic animals and pets. Grants may benefit arts nonprofits whose educational or community projects intersect with animal rescues, local community groups, or related charitable initiatives.
Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation Inc
Maine Arts Project Funding via Maine Humanities Council
Applications due Nov 3, 2026
Nonprofit arts organizations and eligible multi-disciplinary entities in Maine can seek support for arts-and-humanities projects that present the state’s stories and cultural expressions. Focused on arts and culture, Maine Humanities Council co-administers this program to fund creation of new work or continuation of existing programs, with awards up to US $1,000.
Maine Humanities Council
Find Your Light Support for Arts Education
Applications due Nov 14, 2026
Maine nonprofits and organizations providing children’s arts education in low-income communities can access funding through the Find Your Light Foundation, with awards of US $5,000 - US $15,000. Programs must be arts education–based and located in the U.S., and grants are issued twice yearly to strengthen arts opportunities for young people.
Find Your Light Foundation
Maine Community Foundation Arts Grants in Maine
Applications due Dec 16, 2026
Nonprofits, public schools, municipalities, tribal governments, and public agencies in Maine can receive up to US $1,000 to bring professional artists into grade 3–5 classrooms in Penobscot and Washington counties. Grants from Maine Community Foundation help arts and culture organizations integrate arts education and elementary arts programming into local public schools.
Maine Community Foundation
Northeast Delta Dental Foundation Grants for Maine Oral Health
Applications due Jan 23, 2027
With a mission to improve oral health access and education, Northeast Delta Dental Foundation provides Maine nonprofits, government, and academic institutions with up to US $2,000 for oral health programs. Eligible projects may include preventive care, equipment and supplies for clinics, education initiatives, research, and workforce scholarships that could complement arts-focused community outreach.
Northeast Delta Dental Foundation
Maine Humanities Council Support for Arts Programs
Applications due Jan 26, 2027
Maine nonprofits, governments, schools, and other eligible organizations can receive $2,001 - $7,500 for public-facing humanities and arts-related programs and projects in Maine. Maine Humanities Council funds exhibits, films, conferences, and similar initiatives with strong humanities content, scholarly guidance, and broad community engagement, with encouragement for groups serving traditionally under-resourced communities.
Maine Humanities Council
Maine Community Foundation Support for Arts
Applications due Feb 17, 2027
Arts and culture nonprofits in Maine can seek project or general support funding to strengthen community resources, engage residents, and build skills and well-being. Focused on community-building, Maine Community Foundation offers up to US $10,000 for eligible 501(c)(3)s, municipalities, schools, public agencies, tribal governments, and fiscally sponsored groups statewide.
Maine Community Foundation
Community Arts Project Grants for Nonprofits from Maine Arts Commission
Applications due Mar 30, 2027
Maine nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and tribal entities planning community-focused arts or cultural projects can apply for Creative Communities Grants, with awards up to US $7,000. Maine arts organizations can use funds for materials, productions, workshops, artist fees, accessibility costs, and other project expenses, with a required 1:1 match and activities open to the public.
Maine Arts Commission
Citizens’ Institute Rural Design Grants in Maine
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Maine rural or tribal communities of 50,000 or less seeking help with arts-related or creative placemaking design challenges can access funding and technical assistance through the Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design. Focused on rural development, this program offers up to US $6,000 stipends, local design workshops, and a design learning cohort for community leaders.
The Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Maine Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maine with strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, recognizing collaborative efforts that address significant social issues. U.S.-based nonprofits using arts and culture to build cohesive communities can showcase their public, private, and social sector collaborations for recognition and support.
Mutual Of America Foundation