Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or K–12 education programs in Maine may be eligible for support to address social problems in new ways. Creag Foundation supports organizations that are starting out or expanding in new directions; interested groups can submit a letter of inquiry for invitation-only grant consideration.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting youth education, development, and welfare in Maine can seek funding for programs such as early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, poverty relief, and refugee enrichment. The Dan Paul Foundation offers up to US $15,000 for initiatives that directly benefit children and youth, including school-related and K–12 enrichment efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Education Innovation Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Focused on early-stage social impact, this opportunity invites Maine education organizations, including charter schools, to seek support for scalable solutions benefiting underserved communities. Eligible independent nonprofits or impact-first for-profits can access up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building and community support for K–12 or broader social and environmental initiatives.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
State Farm Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Maine K–12 schools, higher education institutions, government programs, and eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives that benefit students and families. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support K–12 academic performance, STEM, college and career pathways, and related community programs that charter schools may partner with or lead.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants in Maine
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine working on social service programs that address chronic poverty and strengthen families can apply for social service funding from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation. U.S.-based nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million may receive more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general operating support, including youth development and economic independence initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Maine K–12 education nonprofits and other 501(c)(3) organizations can seek funding for health, education, or community programs that benefit students and families. Focused on equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation supports efforts like STEM programming, school-linked health and patient services, food pantries, and healthy lifestyle initiatives that may serve charter school communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine K-12 Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
K-12 education organizations and social enterprises in Maine improving outcomes for urban low-income children can seek project or scale-up support of more than US $50,000 in the U.S. from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. Eligible applicants must have a U.S. Federal TIN and align with priorities in education, childhood health, or family economic stability.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Maine Education Programs
Maine K–12 education and youth-focused charities can seek philanthropic support for humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and arts initiatives. Grants from La Roche help accredited charities worldwide, including those serving charter school students, deliver innovative, sustainable projects that may engage Roche employees and local partners while strengthening communities and expanding learning opportunities.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Maine K–12 education and youth-serving organizations focused on health, literacy, or social services can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support marginalized children and families. Programs may include healthcare access, child welfare, domestic violence support, or educational and literacy initiatives, with the foundation funding similar work across the U.S. and internationally.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Maine Education
K–12 education-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine can seek funding for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs that serve students and families, as long as funds are used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed nonprofits with broad-impact services, which may include charter school initiatives and related educational support programs.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maine can seek sponsorship support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, and cultural programming. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives preserving neighborhoods, addressing hunger and shelter, advancing arts and culture, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion efforts, which may benefit charter schools with eligible K–12 education or community-focused programs.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Self-Reliance Program Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those serving K–12 students in Maine, can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to support focused interventions and humanitarian relief. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help smaller organizations in eligible countries expand programs addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, and disaster impacts.
Gupta Family Foundation
Education and Arts Funding for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working in K–12 education, social justice, health, arts, or ethical journalism, including those serving Maine, can apply for up to US $10,000 to support programs or general operations. With a mission to promote education and social justice, Cowles Charitable Trust occasionally funds mission-aligned national efforts and long-standing partners.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Education and Youth Funding for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
K–12 education and youth-serving 501(c)(3) nonprofits, including charter schools in Maine, can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support educational access and related programs. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, this funder also considers child welfare and humanitarian initiatives worldwide from smaller-budget U.S.-based nonprofits.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
K–12 and other education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profit organizations in Maine can seek storytelling support to showcase their impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant funds communications projects for organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness across the U.S., which may include charter schools and related educational programs.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Education
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving K–12 students and families with educational or related services in the Southern U.S. may be eligible for Robinson Foundation support. Robinson Foundation supports education and youth programs in states below the Mason-Dixon line; Maine charter schools may qualify only if their work directly serves this Southern region.
Robinson Foundation
Maine Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Duly registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Maine can seek support for community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding projects. Dudley T Dougherty Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit charter schools and other education-focused nonprofits whose K–12 programs connect to community, environmental, or peace-related initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Education Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
K–12 public schools, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and local government entities can seek funding for education, community enrichment, environment, and entrepreneurship projects that serve communities near Georgia-Pacific facilities, including parts of Maine. Focused on community well-being, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible organizations within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to apply.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maine Youth Programs
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, K–12 enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. TJX Foundation supports education-related efforts that may benefit charter school students through after-school, enrichment, or youth workforce initiatives.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Charter schools, public schools, libraries, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maine can seek unrestricted support for environmental, human services, disaster relief, or other eligible programs. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help organizations with general operating or project needs, typically awarding US $5,000 - US $10,000 to U.S.-headquartered groups working locally or internationally.
Lawrence Foundation
Education Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations running K–12 education or related youth programs in Maine may be eligible for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support school-based or school-related initiatives. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts programs, schools, hospitals, skills training, environmental and wildlife activities, and other community-based services across the U.S.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maine Communities
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Maine 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, and volunteer-driven programs. U.S.-based nonprofits serving hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community vitality initiatives may be eligible, including charter schools with related K–12 support services.
Ameriprise Financial
Maine Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Maine K–12 education organizations and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation for projects in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural programs, and environmental initiatives, with awards of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Charter schools operating as 501(c)(3)s may be eligible if their programs fit these priorities.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine providing community-based services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports programs improving quality of life for underserved people, which can include charter-school-connected initiatives that address these community needs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Maine Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
K–12-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maine working with underserved youth, family services, housing, or food security can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Programs in education, youth leadership, hunger relief, community support, and environmental stewardship may be competitive, including charter school initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Maine Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maine with strong, replicable community partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, and Maine K–12 education or charter school initiatives with exemplary cross-sector partnerships may be competitive.
Mutual Of America Foundation