Maine Youth and Health Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit organizations in Maine focused on children, education, or health and human services can access funding through Costco Foundation for monetary program support. Eligible 501(c)(3) groups with community-based services, including those connected to Christian congregations’ outreach rather than building repairs, may be considered if they demonstrate measurable outcomes and strong community collaboration.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth with education, welfare, or development programs in Maine and beyond can seek funding for projects such as child advocacy, homelessness support, early childhood development, and environmental education. The Dan Paul Foundation offers grants up to US $15,000 for initiatives that directly benefit children and young people.
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 to scale proven solutions. Based in Maine or other priority regions, Christian or faith-rooted groups may be eligible if they serve underserved communities with scalable, impact-measured programs.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Global Programs
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to US $100,000, including those serving Maine. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities worldwide and may benefit Christian organizations whose direct-service work aligns with these tech-enabled social impact priorities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Community Safety Grants in Maine
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Maine can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations address auto and home safety, disaster preparedness and recovery, affordable housing, financial literacy, food insecurity, and K–12 and higher education programs.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Maine Arts and Culture Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the Hearst Foundation’s culture grants, awarding more than US $100,000 for arts and science programs. Maine arts institutions, including museums, performing arts organizations, and arts education or STEAM initiatives serving large audiences, may be eligible for program, capital, or limited general support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants in Maine
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine with audited expenses over $2 million can seek social service funding to tackle chronic poverty and strengthen families. William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with program, capital, or general support over US $100,000, prioritizing scalable efforts in housing, economic development, food access, legal aid, reentry, and youth development.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Maine
Maine Christian organizations and other 501(c)(3) nonprofits working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible applicants to apply, with requests reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofit and social enterprise programs improving education, health, or family economic stability for urban low‑income children in Maine and across the U.S. can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation prioritizes initiatives serving children and youth in urban poverty, with requests of $50,000 or more and strong impact measurement.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Maine
Maine Christian and other faith-based or community organizations serving marginalized people through health, education, or humanitarian programs can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation. This global funder supports initiatives such as healthcare access, disaster relief, literacy, and services for women, children, and vulnerable populations, and Maine-based efforts may be eligible within its broader U.S. focus.
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 work may be eligible for funding that must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help organizations with well-managed programs that broadly benefit their communities, which can include faith-based groups undertaking facility or program improvements.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Sponsorship Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine and across the U.S. can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs, events, and initiatives that advance economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Charitable Foundation funds efforts in housing, workforce development, hunger relief, arts and culture, environment, and diversity, which may benefit churches with community-serving activities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Self-Reliance Program Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Grants for smaller nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant, including those in Maine, can support social services, poverty alleviation, disability care, and disaster relief. Organizations from India, the U.S., Botswana, Kenya, Mexico, Mongolia, Rwanda, South Africa, and Thailand may be eligible for US $5,000 - US $250,000 from Gupta Family Foundation.
Gupta Family Foundation
Operating Support Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for arts, education, social justice, health, or ethical journalism programs can apply for funding, including general operating support, from Cowles Charitable Trust; awards are up to US $10,000. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, it primarily favors organizations in Downstate New York and South Florida, though mission-aligned efforts elsewhere may be considered.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children, education, humanitarian needs, animals, the environment, and arts and culture, including in Maine. With a mission to advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation provides grants that may assist faith-based organizations with community-focused projects.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Preservation Grants in Maine
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Historic preservation and wildlife conservation nonprofits in Maine can seek storytelling support to showcase their community impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant funds communications projects for 501(c)(3) and aligned for-profit organizations working in preservation, education, or wellness, which may include churches undertaking repair and preservation efforts with compelling stories to share.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Ministries
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations serving Christian or other religious and spiritual needs in the Southern U.S. can seek program support for congregations and communities, including church-based services. Robinson Foundation supports religious endeavors, poverty relief, education, and related ministries; Maine churches with Southern-focused outreach or partners may be eligible if they meet the three-year operating requirement.
Robinson Foundation
Maine Community and Environment Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. The foundation’s broad, inclusive mission means churches and faith-based groups with qualifying charitable programs may be eligible alongside other community-focused nonprofits.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Maine Communities
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Christian and other community-focused organizations in Maine can seek funding for education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment projects that serve areas near Georgia-Pacific facilities. Focused on strengthening local well-being, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and qualified government entities within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community to apply.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maine Basic Needs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine addressing basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, or domestic violence services can seek program support if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. The TJX Foundation reviews eligibility questionnaires and letters of inquiry on a rolling basis before inviting full applications.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environmental Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Maine seeking support for environmental or human services programs can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $10,000 to fund general operating or project needs. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help eligible organizations working in these areas, including those with Christian-rooted community service programs, with unrestricted support and reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Maine and across the U.S. can seek funding for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, and environmental or wildlife initiatives. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers US $1,000 - US $20,000 to IRS-qualified organizations, which may include churches with community-serving programs needing support beyond basic operations or repairs.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maine Nonprofits
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Maine nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes with support for programs like hunger relief, shelters, financial literacy, workforce readiness, arts education, and community development. Eligible applicants are U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations serving local clients and demonstrating measurable outcomes and financial stability.
Ameriprise Financial
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving economic stability, workforce readiness, health, social services, or disaster relief in Maine communities where O’Reilly Auto Parts operates may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports programs addressing hunger, homelessness, poverty, literacy, health access, and related services for underserved and underrepresented people.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Maine Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine serving youth, families, education, food insecurity, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Christian churches and faith-based groups with qualifying community programs may be eligible, including those seeking support alongside broader repair or facility needs.
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 may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborative efforts addressing significant social issues. Faith-based and Christian organizations involved in multi-sector partnerships, including those that also steward church facilities, could benefit from this recognition-focused funding opportunity in the U.S.
Mutual Of America Foundation