Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation is a private foundation in Bridgton, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $38,952 in 24 grants; the typical grant was $129 and the largest $25,000. 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$38,952
- Number of grants24
- Typical grant$129
- Largest grant$25,000
- Assets$558,053
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $32,223 the year before.
21% of its 2025 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 | $30,223 | 21 | $474,802 |
| 2024 | $32,223 | 35 | $545,441 |
| 2025 | $38,952 | 24 | $558,053 |
How to apply
Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan 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 Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 8 | $36,066 |
| District of Columbia | 5 | $954 |
| Virginia | 1 | $512 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $420 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $294 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $200 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $104 |
| Maryland | 1 | $102 |
| Colorado | 1 | $100 |
| Missouri | 1 | $100 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Bridgton Food Pantry | Health carehealth carehealth care | $25,000 |
| Lakes Environmental Association | Land conservation | $3,580 |
| Rufus Porter Museum | Educationaleducational | $3,000 |
| Maine American Heart Association | Health carehealth carehealth care | $2,750 |
| Loon Echo Land Trust | Land conservationland conservationeducationaleducational | $1,218 |
| Scad Alliance | Land conservation | $512 |
| Common Cause | Health careland conservationland conservation | $450 |
| Plan USA | Educationaleducational | $420 |
| Maine Public Broadcasting | Educational | $300 |
| Villanova University | Educational | $200 |
| Georgetown University | Educationalhealthealth careh care | $200 |
| Boston Museum of Fine Arts | Educational | $140 |
| Paul Hastings Fdn | Educationaleducational | $118 |
| Portland Museum of Art | Educational | $118 |
| Matthew 25 Homeless Shelter | Health care | $104 |
| Swim Across America | Health care | $104 |
| Cystic Fibrosis Fdn | Health care | $102 |
| American Alpine Club | Health care | $100 |
| Appalachin Mountain Club | Land conservation | $100 |
| Natural Resources Council | Land conservationland conservationhealth careland conservation | $100 |
| Planned Parenthood | Health careland conservation | $100 |
| Youth Rally Crohns | Health careeducational | $100 |
| Givengain Fdn | Educationhealth care | $86 |
| Harvard University | Educationaleducational | $50 |
Officers and trustees
- Mark Phillips
- Jack Heffernan
- Deborah Daw Heffernan
Questions people ask
Does Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation give?
$38,952 in tax year 2025, across 24 grants, with a typical grant of $129.
Who runs Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Mark Phillips (President), Jack Heffernan (Vice President) and Deborah Daw Heffernan (Secretary).
What does Jack and Deborah Daw Heffernan Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly health, environment and conservation and education.