Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.4 million in 38 grants; the typical grant was $10,000 and the largest $375,000. 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$1.4 million
- Number of grants38
- Typical grant$10,000
- Largest grant$375,000
- Assets$44.0 million
- New grantees61%
Giving in 2024 was down from $1.7 million the year before.
61% of its 2024 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 | $1.7 million | 25 | $40.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.4 million | 38 | $44.0 million |
How to apply
Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc 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 Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 33 | $1.1 million |
| Tennessee | 1 | $100,000 |
| California | 1 | $50,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $40,000 |
| New York | 1 | $30,000 |
| Florida | 1 | $15,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine College of Art | Operational support | $375,000 |
| Center for Maine Contemporary Art | Operational support | $115,000 |
| Friends of Katahdin Woods & Waters | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Greater Portland Landmarks | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Museum Store Association | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Tides Institute & Museum of Art | Operational support | $100,000 |
| Chabad Lubavitch of Maine | Operational support | $75,000 |
| Maine Public Broadcasting | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Uss Potomac Association | Operational support | $50,000 |
| Finca Vigia Foundation | Operational support | $40,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of Northern NE | Operational support | $31,000 |
| Legacy Plus Foundation | Operational support | $30,000 |
| Maine Historical Society | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Fork Food Lab | Operational support | $22,000 |
| Maine Jewish Museum | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Schoodic Arts for All | Operational support | $20,000 |
| Hobe Sound Community Chest | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Women for Healthy Rural Living | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Cape Elizabeth Land Trust | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Heart of Ellsworth | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Millay House Rockland | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Preble Street | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Shaker Village | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Avian Haven | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Gateway Milbridge | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Veggies to Table | Operational support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Fort Williams | Operational support | $2,500 |
| Waterfall Arts | Operational support | $2,500 |
| Maine Craft Association | Operational support | $2,000 |
| The Hill Arts (Fka St Lawrence Arts Center) | Operational support | $2,000 |
| Heartfelt School | Operational support | $1,500 |
| Allagash Wilderness Waterway Foundation | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Dorcas Library | Operational support | $1,000 |
| Friends of Acadia | Operational support | $500 |
| Georges River Land Trust | Operational support | $500 |
| Kieve-Wavus Education | Operational support | $500 |
| Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (Mofga) | Operational support | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Roxanne Quimby
- Hannah Quimby
- Rachelle Quimby
- Lucas St Clair
Questions people ask
Does Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc give?
$1.4 million in tax year 2024, across 38 grants, with a typical grant of $10,000.
Who runs Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Roxanne Quimby (President & Director), Hannah Quimby (Secretary & Director), Rachelle Quimby (Treasurer & Director) and Lucas St Clair (Director).
What does Roxanne Quimby Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, education and faith communities.