Kestrel Foundation of Maine
Preselected recipients only
Kestrel Foundation of Maine is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $247,841 in 18 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $180,500. 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$247,841
- Number of grants18
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$180,500
- Assets$196,300
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2024 was up from $215,466 the year before.
17% 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 | $215,466 | 19 | $440,889 |
| 2024 | $247,841 | 18 | $196,300 |
How to apply
Kestrel Foundation of Maine 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Kestrel Foundation of Maine funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 9 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 8 | $222,841 |
| New York | 1 | $10,300 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $7,200 |
| Connecticut | 1 | $2,500 |
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Hampshire | 1 | $1,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Girls Foundation of Tanzania | Unrestricted gift | $180,500 |
| Eastern Maine Conservation Initiative | Unrestricted gift | $20,541 |
| The Chapin School | Unrestricted gift | $10,300 |
| Bay Chamber Concerts & Music School | Unrestricted gift | $10,000 |
| One Plympton Preservation Foundation | Unrestricted gift | $6,000 |
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| The Landing School | Unrestricted gift | $5,000 |
| Miss Porter's School | Unrestricted gift | $2,500 |
| Africa Schoolhouse | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| African People & Wildlife | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Foundation for African Medicine & Education | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Palaver Strings | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern New England | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Smith College | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| St Paul's School | Unrestricted gift | $1,000 |
| Milestone Recovery | Unrestricted gift | $500 |
| The Apprenticeshop | Unrestricted gift | $300 |
| Brigham and Women's Hospital | Unrestricted gift | $200 |
Officers and trustees
- John PM Higgins
- Nancy M Chatfield
- Ellen H Berger
Questions people ask
Does Kestrel Foundation of Maine accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Kestrel Foundation of Maine give?
$247,841 in tax year 2024, across 18 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Kestrel Foundation of Maine?
Its 2024 filing lists John PM Higgins (President), Nancy M Chatfield (Treasurer) and Ellen H Berger (Secretary).
What does Kestrel Foundation of Maine fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, environment and conservation and arts and culture.