Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund
Preselected recipients only
Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund is a private foundation in Augusta, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $2,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 and the largest $1,000. 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$2,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$1,000
- Assets$77,174
Giving in 2024 was up from $1,000 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $1,000 | 1 | $44,496 |
| 2024 | $2,000 | 2 | $77,174 |
How to apply
Its grants go to individuals, not organizations. Every grant in its 2024 filing was paid to an individual (for example a scholarship or assistance with costs), so it is not a funding prospect for a nonprofit.
Maine Water Utilities Scholarship 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.
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to California.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| California | 1 | $1,000 |
| Rhode Island | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
| Individual | Scholarship | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Mike Cummons
- Roger Crouse
- Keith Levasseur
- Andy Begin
- Brian McGuire
- Dan Burdin
- Scott Abbotoni
- Rob Pontau
Questions people ask
Does Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund give?
$2,000 in tax year 2024, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Mike Cummons (President), Roger Crouse (Treasurer), Keith Levasseur (Secretary) and Andy Begin (Vice Preside) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Maine Water Utilities Scholarship Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education.