Bath Historical Society
Preselected recipients only
Bath Historical Society is a private foundation in Bath, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $7,500 in 1 grant; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $7,500. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$7,500
- Number of grants1
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$7,500
- Assets$261,953
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $5,000 the year before.
0% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $10,000 | 1 | $227,854 |
| 2024 | $5,000 | 1 | $238,036 |
| 2025 | $7,500 | 1 | $261,953 |
How to apply
Bath Historical Society says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Bath Historical Society funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 1 | $7,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Patten Free Library | Support of history room | $7,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Nathan Lipfert
- Malcolm Persen
- Lorena Coffin
- Margaret Barker
- Margaret Edwards
- Joseph Minott
- Susan Pundt
- Rebecca Roche
- Hector Casas
- Jack Martin
Questions people ask
Does Bath Historical Society accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Bath Historical Society give?
$7,500 in tax year 2025, across 1 grant, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Bath Historical Society?
Its 2025 filing lists Nathan Lipfert (President), Malcolm Persen (Trustee), Lorena Coffin (Secretary) and Margaret Barker (Trustee) among 10 officers and trustees.
What does Bath Historical Society fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture and education.