Maine Youth Services Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine that support children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary program funding, including recreation-related youth services. Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with grants for community-based programs, prioritizing demonstrated need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support in areas where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services programs, including those in Maine, can seek support for new approaches to social problems through grants from Creag Foundation. Eligible groups must have held 501(c)(3) status for at least one year and be addressing existing or previously unaddressed societal issues; invitations follow a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Maine Innovation
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs in Maine and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help eligible organizations serving mostly economically underserved people, including those whose recreation or outdoor programs build skills, jobs, or resilience.
Cisco Systems Foundation
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 address chronic poverty, strengthen families, and promote economic independence. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides program, capital, and general support over $100,000, which may benefit recreation or youth development initiatives that serve large populations in need.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Maine
Nonprofit and charitable-equivalent organizations working on health, education, or community programs in Maine can seek funding to support food pantries, healthcare access, STEM initiatives, and healthy lifestyle efforts. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations to apply for projects that may include recreation-related health and wellness activities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine DACF Recreation Access Grants in Maine
Nonprofits, land trusts, local governments, and other eligible partners in Maine can seek funding to acquire land or access rights that improve public recreation on lakes, ponds, rivers, and coastal waters. Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry supports outdoor recreation by backing projects that create or enhance boat launches, bank fishing, swimming, and other water-contact access points.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Maine Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, schools, governments, and other eligible organizations in Maine working on education or youth programs can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling efforts. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation supports initiatives that improve outcomes for children and youth from low-income communities, which may include recreation-related education or health programming in the U.S.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Maine Nonprofits
Grants support U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charitable, scientific, medical, and educational organizations; Maine nonprofits offering recreation or related community programs may be eligible. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help Maine organizations with projects that are well-managed, broadly serve their target populations, and materially contribute to the general welfare within the U.S.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for community development, basic needs, or cultural and recreational activities can apply to this sponsorship program, which operates across the U.S. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as preserving neighborhoods, arts and culture, sports, environmental projects, and diversity and inclusion that strengthen local communities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Self-Reliance Program Funding 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 grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. U.S.-based 501(c)(3)s and qualifying foreign entities in countries including the U.S. may be eligible; Maine recreation nonprofits serving disadvantaged communities may fit if they meet the foundation’s criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Betterment Fund Grants for Maine Recreation
Full proposal due Aug 15, 2026
Nonprofit and community-based organizations in Maine can seek funding for recreation, community health, conservation, and related initiatives, with awards ranging from US $10,000 - US $35,000. Betterment Fund supports programs that improve community well-being, especially in Western Maine’s rural regions, including projects tied to outdoor recreation, healthy lifestyles, and community development.
Betterment Fund
Arts and Education Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek up to US $10,000 for arts, education, social justice, health, ethical journalism, or climate research projects, including general operating support. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, Cowles Charitable Trust may support Maine recreation nonprofits whose programs align with these priorities.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Program Funding for Small Nonprofits from Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with budgets under $1 million can seek $1,000 - US $10,000 to support children, education, animals, environment, humanitarian needs, or arts and culture, including recreation-related programming in Maine. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation considers requests worldwide that fit these causes.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Recreation Grants in Maine
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for outdoor recreation, wellness, or conservation storytelling projects can apply for more than US $50,000 to highlight their impact. Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation’s Storytelling Grant supports work in areas like outdoor recreation, mental health, education, and environmental conservation that fits its preservation, education, or wellness pillars.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Recreation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations offering recreation, youth, family, or related community programs in the Southern U.S. may be eligible for program support, but not capital projects. Robinson Foundation supports recreation and outdoor initiatives in Maine by funding efforts that aid children and families, education, poverty relief, disaster response, health, and nature conservation.
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. The foundation supports charitable initiatives that respect people, life, and the environment, which may include recreation and outdoor recreation programs that fit these priorities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and local government entities near Georgia-Pacific manufacturing communities can seek funding for education, entrepreneurship, community enrichment, and environmental initiatives. Focused on broad community impact, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Maine recreation and outdoor recreation programs located within 30 miles of an eligible facility 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, youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. The TJX Foundation supports programs that help vulnerable families and children build better futures, which may include recreation-related services for at-risk youth.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Outdoor Recreation Grants for Maine Nonprofits from Quimby Family Foundation
Applications due Nov 2, 2026
Maine-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits, or those with a fiscal sponsor, can apply for Quimby Family Foundation’s Movement Focus Area Grant, awarding US $2,000 - US $20,000 for nature-based recreation and active transportation projects. Funding supports trails, parks, outdoor events, and other programs that deepen connections between people, movement, and nearby nature.
Quimby Family Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maine Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Financial Community Grants, provided they serve U.S. clients and meet reporting and stability requirements. Recreation and outdoor recreation nonprofits may be eligible if their work fits hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, community development, or cultural enrichment priorities.
Ameriprise Financial
Onion Foundation Outdoor Access Grants in Maine
Applications due Feb 12, 2027
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits, fiscally sponsored projects, and governmental units can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 to expand equitable outdoor recreation and nature access. The Onion Foundation provides funding for programs that remove barriers for underrepresented residents, support statewide outdoor access initiatives, and strengthen land trusts and watershed organizations serving Maine communities.
The Onion Foundation
Land Protection Grants for Nonprofits from Nature Conservancy
Applications due Feb 14, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) conservation and community organizations in Maine and other Appalachian states can seek up to US $100,000 to acquire fee or easement interests in resilient, connected lands that deliver community benefits. With a mission to conserve lands and waters, The Nature Conservancy supports projects that enhance outdoor access, climate resilience, and recreation opportunities.
The Nature Conservancy
Citizens’ Institute Rural Design Grants in Maine
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Rural or tribal governments, nonprofits, and community partners in Maine communities of 50,000 people or less can access up to US $6,000 in support for local design challenges and recreation-related placemaking. Focused on rural design, the Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design offers workshops, technical assistance, and a learning cohort to strengthen community spaces and main streets.
The Citizens’ Institute on Rural Design
Recreation and Community Funding from Narragansett Foundation
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public entities in Maine can apply for the Narragansett Number One Foundation’s grants to support start-up costs, special projects, and general operating needs. Recreation, parks, libraries, schools, fire and police departments, shelters, museums, and related community programs in Buxton and surrounding southern Maine areas may be especially competitive.
Narragansett Number One Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine offering community programs such as recreation, workforce development, health, or disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports U.S.-based charities near its business locations that improve quality of life for underserved individuals and families, including efforts around economic stability, health, and social services.
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 working with underserved youth, families, or community environments can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful programs. Eligible projects may include youth leadership, housing support, food access, community gardens, or outdoor and environmental initiatives with recreational components.
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 addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide recognition honors collaborations among public, private, and social sector partners, which may include recreation or outdoor recreation initiatives that measurably improve lives and communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation