Helen R Coe Trust
Accepts applications
Helen R Coe Trust is a private foundation in Fryeburg, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $130,247 in 23 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $12,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$130,247
- Number of grants23
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$12,000
- Assets$3.0 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2024 was down from $139,867 the year before.
37% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $139,867 | 22 | $2.9 million |
| 2024 | $130,247 | 23 | $3.0 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Coe Governing Committee PO Box 185, Center Lovell, ME 04016 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (207) 925-6272 |
| What to submit | For scholarships: proof of residency in lovell, me; academic performance; achievement test scores; teacher recommendation. For charitable organizations letter requesting assistance for a specific charitable purpose. |
| Deadlines | Submission deadlines are july 1 for scholarship requests and january 1 for charitable organizations |
| Restrictions | For literary, educational, scientific, musical, civic, religious or public benefit purposes that would be of assistance to the general welfare of the inhabitants of the town of lovell, me. |
What Helen R Coe Trust funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 3 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 21 | $126,747 |
| New York | 1 | $9,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $2,500 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lovell Recreation Department | Support of local youth program transportation costs | $12,000 |
| University of Maine | Scholarship - courtney dutton | $10,000 |
| Paul Smith College | Scholarship - jade blood | $9,000 |
| University of Maine | Scholarship - william fitzgerald | $9,000 |
| University of Maine | Scholarship - shelby purslow | $9,000 |
| University of Southern Maine | Scholarship - alanna nataluk | $9,000 |
| Maine Maritime Academy | Scholarship - austin dorner | $9,000 |
| Fryeburg Rescue | Funding for local emergency rescue squad radio system | $8,215 |
| Lovell Brick Church for the Performing Arts | Local theater renovation and equipment | $8,215 |
| Lovell Historical Society | Support of local historical society property maintenance | $8,215 |
| Lovell United Church | Support of local church community kitchen improvements | $8,215 |
| Thomas College | Scholarship - caleb miklon | $7,000 |
| University of Maine - Augusta | Scholarship - kaitlynn tibbetts | $5,308 |
| University of Southern Maine | Scholarship - caleigh crowe | $4,079 |
| New Suncook School | Support of local elementary school programs | $4,000 |
| Sunshine Backpack Food Program | Support of local youth food program | $4,000 |
| Maine Electrical Institute | Scholarship - jordan dutton | $3,500 |
| New Suncook PTA | Support of local elementary school alternative learning program costs | $3,000 |
| University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth | Scholarship - haden fox | $2,500 |
| Kennebec Girl Scouts Council | Support of youth program costs | $2,000 |
| Lewis Dana Hill Memorial Library | Support of local library maintenance | $1,000 |
| Thomas College | Scholarship - caleb michlon | $1,000 |
| Sweden Food Pantry | Support of local food pantry | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jospeh Dorner
- Linda Dunlea
- Michael Friedman
- Stan Tupaj
Questions people ask
Does Helen R Coe Trust accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications, with this on deadlines: Submission deadlines are july 1 for scholarship requests and january 1 for charitable organizations.
How much does Helen R Coe Trust give?
$130,247 in tax year 2024, across 23 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs Helen R Coe Trust?
Its 2024 filing lists Jospeh Dorner (Member), Linda Dunlea (Member), Michael Friedman (Trustee) and Stan Tupaj (Member).
What does Helen R Coe Trust fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and arts and culture.