Maine Community Foundation

Grant for Community-Based Nonprofits in Greater Portland

$10k

Amount

Cash

Sep 15, 2026

Deadline

3 days left

Maine

Geography

Local

Grant

Type

Foundation

Arts, Culture & Humanities
Environment & Sustainability
Youth & Family Services
Education

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About this grant

Supports community-based organizations that contribute to the vibrancy of Greater Portland through work in arts/culture, environment/conservation, early childhood programming, and youth programming. Both general operating support and project-specific grants are available. Collaboration between organizations is encouraged.

What you get

Grants up to $10,000 for general operating support or project funding
Average award of approximately $5,161 based on recent cycle

How to apply

Online application via Maine Community Foundation application portal
Letter from executive director of each collaborating organization (if applicable)
Compliance with MaineCF eligibility and grant guidelines
Fiscal sponsorship documentation if organization lacks tax status

Eligibility

Organization or project must be located in Cape Elizabeth, Cumberland, Falmouth, Gorham, Portland, Scarborough, South Portland, Westbrook, or Yarmouth
Must focus on environment/conservation, early childhood programming, youth programming, or arts/culture
Must meet Maine Community Foundation's grant eligibility requirements and non-discrimination policy
Municipalities, government agencies, K-12 public/private schools, higher education institutions, and faith-based organizations are not eligible
Collaborating organizations must provide a letter from each executive director explaining level of involvement and responsibility

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Grant for Community-Based Nonprofits in Greater Portland

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