Maine Community Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Maine providing programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support through Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions program. Costco Foundation provides Maine community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations with grants for programmatic work, with decisions based on demonstrated community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can receive up to US $15,000 for direct-service programs from the Dan Paul Foundation. Funding is available without geographic restrictions and may benefit Maine groups whose animal rescue work also engages children or youth in related education, advocacy, or enrichment activities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, independent nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations tackling urgent social or environmental problems can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for scalable, impact-driven growth. Focused on bold, systems-based solutions in regions including the U.S., this opportunity may benefit Maine animal welfare and rescue initiatives with plans to scale beyond a single community.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Education
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation in Maine and worldwide. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities pilot or scale innovative, tech-enabled programs; awards up to US $100,000 are available, with applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Maine
Maine educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can seek Good Neighbor Citizenship funding for safety, education, or community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like disaster preparedness, fire prevention, neighborhood revitalization, and related community programs that may benefit animal rescue organizations’ broader community safety and education efforts.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Maine Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Culture Grant to support arts and science programming, capital needs, or limited general support. Maine animal rescue nonprofits that also operate museums, arts education, STEAM, or artist development programs may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants in Maine
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine providing direct social services that address chronic poverty and promote economic independence can apply for support from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. U.S.-based groups with audited expenses over $2 million working in areas like housing, food access, job training, legal aid, or youth development may be eligible for program, capital, or general support grants over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Animal Welfare Funding for Nonprofits from Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Maine animal welfare and rescue nonprofits, public schools, and municipalities can access funding for programs through Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation. York County, Maine, and neighboring New Hampshire communities may be eligible for support in areas like environment, animal welfare, health, education, and community development, excluding operating costs and activities outside the bank’s service area.
Kennebunk Savings Bank Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Maine
Nonprofit organizations working on health, education, or community services in Maine can apply for funding to support programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Focused on community impact, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3) groups to strengthen local services that may complement animal rescue or related community outreach work.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations working to improve education, health, or family economic stability for children and youth in poverty in Maine and other eligible locations can seek project or scale-up support of more than US $50,000. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds nonprofits and social enterprises serving urban low-income communities in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Community Development
Charitable organizations in Maine working on humanitarian, educational, environmental, or cultural projects can access funding through La Roche’s global Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program. Grants may benefit local groups whose animal rescue or animal welfare efforts intersect with youth services, community development, disaster relief, or broader social and environmental initiatives.
La Roche, Inc.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Education
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs may be eligible for this national grant, with funds used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with broad-impact services; Maine animal welfare groups with qualifying programs could apply.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Self-Reliance Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s international grants, awarding US $5,000 - US $250,000 for focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller organizations, including U.S. 501(c)(3)s, that operate efficiently and may include Maine-based groups whose animal rescue work addresses poverty, disability, or social exclusion.
Gupta Family Foundation
Animal Welfare Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
With a mission to support charitable work, Hansen Family Foundation provides Maine and other U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $10,000 for programs in animal welfare, children, education, environment, humanitarian aid, and arts and culture. Small organizations under $1 million budget and with modest overhead may benefit, including those involved in animal rescue.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Storytelling Grants
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Animal welfare and wildlife conservation nonprofits in Maine can seek funding to tell powerful stories about their impact through the Storytelling Grant, which supports work in preservation, education, and wellness. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation offers awards of more than US $50,000 to help 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits create compelling, mission-driven media.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Animal Welfare
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Animal welfare and rescue 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities south of the Mason-Dixon line can seek program funding that creates tangible, meaningful impact. Robinson Foundation supports efforts across the Southern region, including animal welfare alongside poverty relief, education, medical assistance, disaster relief, veterans’ issues, and spiritual endeavors, for organizations active more than three years.
Robinson Foundation
Maine Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Maine can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. This national “foundation for all” may support Maine groups whose animal rescue or animal welfare efforts connect to broader community, environmental, or peace-focused initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Maine Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and eligible local government entities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental projects in Maine communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on strengthening local well-being, the Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites community-based programs that serve and are located within 30 miles of a qualifying manufacturing community, which may include animal welfare components.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maine Youth Services
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community initiatives that help vulnerable families and children build better futures; animal rescue groups with related youth or family services may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries in Maine can seek unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work through the Lawrence Foundation, with typical awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help Maine animal welfare and rescue organizations if their programs fit these broader priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation Animal Welfare Grants in Maine
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Qualified 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine working on animal welfare, nutritional education, food access, or culinary arts careers can apply for the Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation’s Special Giving Program. Animal rescues and local community groups may be supported, alongside educational institutions, athletics programs, and other community-focused projects important to the trustees.
Ann B Zekauskas Family Foundation Inc
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S. seeking support for community programs, education, health facilities, environmental conservation, or cultural initiatives can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 from the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation. Maine animal welfare and rescue groups that are IRS-qualified nonprofits may be eligible when their work fits these broader community and environmental priorities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Maine Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Maine nonprofits with programs in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural initiatives, or environmental projects can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of project support, which could include work connected to animal welfare or rescue within these broader categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Animal Defence Trust Animal Welfare Grants
Applications due Mar 31, 2027
Registered charities running animal welfare or protection projects, including animal rescue work in Maine and elsewhere, can apply for the Animal Defence Trust’s Animal Defence Trust Grant. Funding supports capital projects or animal protection initiatives, with limited consideration for running costs, primarily benefiting animals that have suffered cruelty and require care after rescue.
The Animal Defence Trust
Maine Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine serving underserved youth, families, or communities can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for programs. Funding supports youth education, housing and family services, food security, and environmentally focused community projects, which may benefit animal-focused groups with related youth or community programming.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maine with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations addressing significant social issues. Animal rescue and welfare nonprofits that work closely with public, private, or social sector partners may be competitive for this U.S.-wide recognition.
Mutual Of America Foundation