Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund
Preselected recipients only
Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $39,725 in 5 grants; the typical grant was $6,521 and the largest $19,862. 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$39,725
- Number of grants5
- Typical grant$6,521
- Largest grant$19,862
- Assets$958,324
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $35,759 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 | $35,353 | 5 | $786,337 |
| 2024 | $35,759 | 5 | $856,226 |
| 2025 | $39,725 | 5 | $958,324 |
How to apply
Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund 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 Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 4 | $33,204 |
| Georgia | 1 | $6,521 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Town of Gouldsboro | Financial support | $19,862 |
| Northern Light Maine Coast Hospital | Financial support | $6,521 |
| Mount Desert Island Hospital | Financial support | $6,521 |
| Shriners Hospitals for Children | Financial support | $6,521 |
| Prospect Harbor Methodist Church Nita G Cole | Financial support | $300 |
Officers and trustees
- HM Payson Co
- John S Beliveau
- David R Hines
Questions people ask
Does Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund give?
$39,725 in tax year 2025, across 5 grants, with a typical grant of $6,521.
Who runs Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund?
Its 2025 filing lists HM Payson Co (Trustee), John S Beliveau (Trustee) and David R Hines (Trustee).
What does Irving S Ray & Ada H Ray Memorial Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health.