Burns Family Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Burns Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Damariscotta, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $662,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $125,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$662,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$125,000
- Assets$10.0 million
- New grantees13%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.0 million the year before.
13% of its 2024 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 | $1.0 million | 31 | $9.7 million |
| 2024 | $662,000 | 30 | $10.0 million |
How to apply
Burns Family Foundation Inc 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.
What Burns Family Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 26 | $607,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $30,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $5,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lincoln Academy | General operations support | $125,000 |
| South Bristol Elementary School | Support of supplementary programs | $125,000 |
| Central Lincoln County Ambulance Service | Support of operations | $55,000 |
| Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Institute | Programs in linoln county schools | $50,000 |
| Community Energy Fund of Lincoln County | Heating oil and energy assistance | $35,000 |
| Fowa Animal Rescue Inc | Support of veterinary program | $30,000 |
| Midcoast Humane Society | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Stepping Stone Housing Inc | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Central Lincoln County Adult & Community Education | Support of operations | $12,000 |
| A Life Line | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Carpenter's Boat Shop | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Chip Inc | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Coastal Kids Preschool | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Good Shepard Food Bank | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Healthy Lincoln County | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Hubbard Animal Santuary | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Lincoln County Dental Inc | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Lincoln Health | Support of the hospital | $10,000 |
| Mission Working Dogs | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Mobius Inc | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Service Dog Strong | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Skidompha Library Association | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| The Lincoln Home | Residents financial assistance fund | $10,000 |
| Darrowby Farm Sanctuary | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Hearty Roots | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Caring for Kids in Bristol | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Healthy Kids | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Rutherford Library Association | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Helping Hands | Support of operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Ann C McFarland
- Elizabeth C Graves
- John Schianchi
- John J Lynch
Questions people ask
Does Burns Family Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burns Family Foundation Inc give?
$662,000 in tax year 2024, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Burns Family Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Ann C McFarland (Director), Elizabeth C Graves (Director), John Schianchi (Director) and John J Lynch (Executive Director).
What does Burns Family Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, animals and health.