Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation is a private foundation in Augusta, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $865,654 in 120 grants; the typical grant was $3,025 and the largest $50,000. 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$865,654
- Number of grants120
- Typical grant$3,025
- Largest grant$50,000
- Assets$18.7 million
- New grantees52%
Giving in 2025 was up from $824,202 the year before.
52% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $683,467 | 70 | $14.5 million |
| 2024 | $824,202 | 99 | $16.8 million |
| 2025 | $865,654 | 120 | $18.7 million |
How to apply
Kennebec Savings Bank 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 Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 120 | $865,654 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Colonial Theater | Operational Support | $50,000 |
| United Way of Kennebec Valley | Annual Support | $47,004 |
| Kennebec Land Trust | Howard Hill Campaign | $45,000 |
| Alfond Youth & Community Center | Project & Annual Support | $35,000 |
| Friends of Quarry Road | Capital Improvements | $25,000 |
| Gardiner Library Association | Capital Improvements | $25,000 |
| Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center | Campaign Donation | $25,000 |
| Portland Parks Conservatory | Pool Project | $25,000 |
| Town of Readfield | Fairgrounds Community Park Capital Campaign | $25,000 |
| Victoria Mansion | Campaign Donation | $25,000 |
| CYC Lake Association | Annual Support | $22,500 |
| Mitchell Institute | Operational & Event Support | $17,000 |
| Annabessacook Lake Improvement Association | Herbicide Treatment Support | $16,500 |
| Ember's Paws of Hope | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| KVCAP - South End Teen Center | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| Watershed Friends | Annual Support | $15,000 |
| YMCA Camp of Maine | Operational Support | $15,000 |
| Foundation for Portland Public Schools | Operational & Event Support | $12,500 |
| Johnson Hall Performing Arts Center | Annual Support | $12,500 |
| Friends of Lake Winnecook (Unity Pond Algae Mitigation) | Matching Grant Donation | $11,000 |
| Alfond Youth & Community Center | Summer Camp Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Augusta Food Bank | Annual Donation | $10,000 |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Kennebec Valley | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| Capital Area Recreation Association | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| First Amendment Museum | Annual Support | $10,000 |
| Freeport Wood Bank | Campaign Donation | $10,000 |
| Greater Portland Business Education Collaborative | Campaign Donation | $10,000 |
| Maine Arts Academy | Operational Support | $10,000 |
| Maine Center for Public Interest Reporting | Program & Annual Support | $10,000 |
| Maine Golf | Campaign Donation | $10,000 |
| Tedford Housing | Warming Center Support | $10,000 |
| Augusta Colonial Theater | Annual Support | $8,500 |
| Maine Children's Home | Program Support | $8,500 |
| Theater at Monmouth | Event Support | $8,500 |
| 30 Mile River Watershed | Annual Support & Construction Contribution | $8,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Maine | Event Support | $7,500 |
| GrowSmart Maine | Event Support | $7,000 |
| Kennebec Valley YMCA | Scholarship Donation | $7,000 |
| Kennebec Land Trust | Annual Support | $6,500 |
| Freeport Community Services | Annual Support | $6,200 |
Officers and trustees
- Andrew E Silsby
- Nicolas G Patenaude
- Craig J Garofalo
- Amy P Tardiff
- Charles W Hays Jr
- Mark L Johnston
- William W Sprague Jr
- Norman S Elvin
- Diane F Hastings
- Mary A Dennison
- Christopher L Gaunce
- Alison A Lorenz
- Brian H Tarbuck
Questions people ask
Does Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation give?
$865,654 in tax year 2025, across 120 grants, with a typical grant of $3,025.
Who runs Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Andrew E Silsby (President/Clerk), Nicolas G Patenaude (Treasurer), Craig J Garofalo (Vice President) and Amy P Tardiff (Director) among 13 officers and trustees.
What does Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and youth programs.