Cascade Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Cascade Foundation is a private foundation in Rockport, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $734,813 in 34 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $80,000. 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$734,813
- Number of grants34
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$80,000
- Assets$18.4 million
- New grantees35%
Giving in 2024 was up from $677,662 the year before.
35% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $695,300 | 32 | $16.5 million |
| 2023 | $677,662 | 37 | $17.3 million |
| 2024 | $734,813 | 34 | $18.4 million |
How to apply
Cascade Foundation 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 Cascade Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 10 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 19 | $443,313 |
| Massachusetts | 5 | $115,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $80,000 |
| New York | 2 | $26,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $25,000 |
| Georgia | 1 | $20,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
| Connecticut | 2 | $9,000 |
| Tennessee | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Fraxa Research Foundation | Medical research | $80,000 |
| National Fragile X Foundation | Medical research | $80,000 |
| Friends of the Strand Theater | Arts and culture | $76,813 |
| Atlantic Salmon Federation | Environmental | $75,000 |
| Knox County Health Clinic | Healthcare | $70,000 |
| Maine Family Planning | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| Mercer Museum | Arts and culture | $25,000 |
| Planned Parenthood | Healthcare | $25,000 |
| Smithsonian Libraries | Arts and culture | $25,000 |
| Victoria Mansion | Arts and culture | $25,000 |
| Pleasant River Fish & Game | Enviromental | $25,000 |
| Medshare International | Healthcare | $20,000 |
| Wayfinder Schools | Education | $20,000 |
| Farnsworth Art Museum | Arts and culture | $15,000 |
| Jackson Laboratory | Medical research | $15,000 |
| Maine Maritime Museum | Arts and culture | $15,000 |
| New Hope Midcoast | Social services | $15,000 |
| Partners for World Health | Healthcare | $15,000 |
| Reef Relief | Environmental | $15,000 |
| Megunticook Rowing | Recreation | $10,500 |
| Meals on Wheels | Social services | $10,000 |
| Owlshead Transportation Museum | Arts and culture | $10,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art | Arts and culture | $10,000 |
| Montessori Discovery School | Education | $7,000 |
| Merryspring Nature Center | Environmental | $5,000 |
| Station Maine | Recreation | $5,000 |
| The Clark Institute of Art | Arts and culture | $5,000 |
| Chesterwood Museum | Arts and culture | $2,500 |
| Norman Rockwell Museum | Arts and culture | $2,500 |
| Save the Children | Social services | $2,000 |
| Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association | Agriculture | $1,000 |
| Audubon Society Seabird Institute | Environmental | $1,000 |
| St Judes Children's Research Hospital | Medical research | $1,000 |
| Kelly Brush Foundation | Healthcare | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Daniel Dibner
- Victoria Dibner
- Bern Dibner
- Aurora Dibner
- Avalon Fennessey
Questions people ask
Does Cascade Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Cascade Foundation give?
$734,813 in tax year 2024, across 34 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Cascade Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Daniel Dibner (Treasurer), Victoria Dibner (President), Bern Dibner (Director) and Aurora Dibner (Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Cascade Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, arts and culture and science and research.