Maine Youth and Education Funding via Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine focused on children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support through Costco Foundation’s charitable contributions program. Funding may benefit STEM and STEAM education initiatives for youth where Costco operates, with applications evaluated on community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and diversified financial support.
Costco Foundation
Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human and social services approaches, including those in Maine, can seek support for new ways of addressing social problems. Creag Foundation supports creative, early-stage or evolving programs across areas like health, community development, and public safety; interested groups may begin with a letter of inquiry.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving youth through education, health, development, or welfare programs in Maine and beyond can seek funding for child-focused initiatives, including STEM-related activities, from the Dan Paul Foundation; awards up to US $15,000. The foundation supports projects such as early childhood development, scholarships, scientific endeavors, environmental education, and services for vulnerable children.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Maine tackling urgent social, environmental, or education challenges can access funding to scale bold, proven solutions. Focused on scalable social impact, Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation offers up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building support for organizations serving underserved communities across priority geographies, including the U.S.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
John T Gorman Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Nonprofit and community organizations improving education, youth development, family stability, or mental health in Maine can seek support to advance research-based, prevention-focused programs. With a mission to improve the lives of vulnerable Mainers, John T Gorman Foundation provides funding for whole-family strategies that strengthen education, social capital, health, assets, and employment supports; STEM-focused initiatives may be eligible.
John T Gorman Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Maine STEM
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for STEM and other education, crisis response, or economic empowerment programs in Maine and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help tech-enabled programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, with applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Maine STEM and Arts Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural and educational nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s culture grants to support arts, science, and STEAM programs, including in Maine. Funding may support program, capital, or limited general/endowment needs, especially arts education, artist training, and youth-focused STEM/STEAM initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst 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 expand proven programs that address chronic poverty and build economic independence. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation provides more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support, and Maine groups with STEM education components that strengthen families or youth may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation STEM Grants in Maine
Maine STEM and education-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits can seek funding for STEM / STEAM education, health and welfare, or community initiatives. Focused on expanding equitable care and education, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites U.S.-based organizations to apply for support such as STEM programming, healthcare for underserved populations, food pantries, and healthy lifestyle initiatives.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations working on education programs for children and youth in Maine can seek project or scale-up support of more than US $50,000, as part of the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation’s U.S. portfolio. Grants support initiatives improving outcomes for urban low-income students, including K–12 and college success efforts that may incorporate STEM education.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global STEM Education
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts projects, including STEM education, can seek philanthropic support that may benefit programs in Maine. Grants from La Roche help fund innovative, sustainable initiatives worldwide that engage Roche expertise and employees, with country-specific requests directed to local affiliate offices.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Education Grants in Maine
Maine STEM and education-focused nonprofits serving marginalized communities can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs. Organizations working in areas like literacy, medical education, and child welfare, including U.S.-based initiatives, may be eligible for support that advances services for vulnerable populations.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Education
Education-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for charitable, scientific, medical, or educational programs may be eligible for this funding, which must be used in the U.S. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help well-managed nonprofits expand services with broad impact, including STEM and other education initiatives that materially benefit their communities.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Takeda STEM Education Grants in Maine
Nonprofit organizations running STEM education or healthy food access programs in the U.S., including Maine, can apply for Takeda’s corporate giving. Funding supports K-8 math, high school STEM enrichment, college success, and “Food is Health” initiatives. Programs near Greater Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, or Brooklyn Park, MN may be especially competitive.
Takeda
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in Maine can seek sponsorship support for community-focused programs such as workforce education, basic needs, housing, arts and culture, environmental initiatives, and diversity and inclusion. Bank of America Charitable Foundation awards are discretionary and may benefit STEM and workforce development efforts that advance economic mobility and community vitality.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Maine STEM and other education or social service programs if they meet criteria such as 501(c)(3) status, non-sectarian mission, and efficient use of funds.
Gupta Family Foundation
Education and Arts Funding for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S. 501(c)(3) organizations seeking support for education, social justice, health, arts, or ethical journalism programs, including STEM education in Maine, can apply for grants from the Cowles Charitable Trust. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, the trust offers up to US $10,000 and welcomes requests for general operating support.
Cowles Charitable Trust
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, out-of-school academic enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Grants from TJX Foundation may benefit STEM and other education programs serving at-risk children and youth.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Environmental and Human Services Grants from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits, public schools, and libraries can seek funding for environmental, human services, or related community programs, including general operating support. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help organizations in Maine and nationwide with unrestricted awards of US $5,000 - US $10,000 that may complement local STEM or STEAM education efforts.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maine Communities
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Maine nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community development, and volunteer-driven initiatives. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations serving U.S. communities may apply if they address hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, or community vitality, and can show measurable outcomes and strong volunteer engagement, especially from Ameriprise teams.
Ameriprise Financial
Maine Education Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Maine 501(c)(3) organizations seeking program support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000 are awarded annually, primarily to U.S. applicants, for one year of project-based support rather than general operating expenses.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Maine Autism Education Technology Funding via Flutie Foundation
Applications due Mar 2, 2027
Maine 501(c)(3) organizations and public schools supporting students with autism can seek up to US $7,500 for education technology and STEM-related tools or training. With a mission to empower the autism community, Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation provides funding for tablets, apps, smartboards, laptops, technology training, and STEM educational activities across New England.
The Doug Flutie, Jr. Foundation for Autism
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in Maine and other O’Reilly communities can seek project, operating, or capital support. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation prioritizes programs serving underserved and underrepresented people, including efforts around literacy, job readiness, poverty, homelessness, hunger, and access to health and dental care.
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, or communities can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants from US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful local programs. Funding supports education, youth leadership, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship, which may include STEM or enrichment initiatives for underserved young people.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maine with strong cross-sector partnerships addressing significant social issues can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide recognition honors collaborative programs that measurably improve communities, demonstrate successful STEM or other models, and show clear potential for replication and scaling in additional locations.
Mutual Of America Foundation