Schiavi Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Schiavi Family Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $917,500 in 72 grants; the typical grant was $7,500 and the largest $70,000. 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$917,500
- Number of grants72
- Typical grant$7,500
- Largest grant$70,000
- Assets$38.3 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $658,000 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 | $648,000 | 59 | $29.0 million |
| 2024 | $658,000 | 59 | $35.0 million |
| 2025 | $917,500 | 72 | $38.3 million |
How to apply
Schiavi Family 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 Schiavi Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 13 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 47 | $602,000 |
| Georgia | 8 | $93,000 |
| Massachusetts | 3 | $87,000 |
| District of Columbia | 2 | $75,000 |
| Florida | 3 | $25,000 |
| Hawaii | 1 | $10,000 |
| New Hampshire | 2 | $7,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $5,000 |
| South Carolina | 1 | $5,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $4,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Agassiz Village | General Operating Support | $70,000 |
| Harrison Food Bank | General Operating Support | $56,000 |
| Jesse's House | General Operating Support | $55,000 |
| Ronald McDonald House - ME | General Operating Support | $52,500 |
| Franciscan Foundation for the Holy Land | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Susan L Curtis Foundation | General Operating Support | $50,000 |
| Camp Sunshine at Sebago Lake Inc | General Operating Support | $40,000 |
| Gulf of Maine Research Institute | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| New Beginnings | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Portland | General Operating Support | $30,000 |
| Holy Family Hospital of Bethlehem Foundation | General Operating Support | $25,000 |
| University of Southern Maine | General Operating Support | $25,000 |
| Parishes of the Western Maine Lakes and Foothills | General Operating Support | $21,000 |
| Catholic Foundation of Maine | General Operating Support | $15,000 |
| Oxford Hills Food Pantry | General Operating Support | $15,000 |
| Pink Feather Foundation | General Operating Support | $15,000 |
| Maine Children's Home for Little Wanderers | General Operating Support | $12,500 |
| The Root Cellar | General Operating Support | $11,000 |
| Bald Ridge Lodge | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Bates College | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Greene County School System | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Kairos Prison Ministry | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Mustard Seed Communities | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Pine Tree Society | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Preble Street | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Riding to the Top Therapeutic Riding Center | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Roman Catholic Diocese of Venice | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Safe Voices | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Spurwink Services | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| St Mary Hana | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Sweetser | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| The Summer Camp | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Trinity Jubilee Center | General Operating Support | $10,000 |
| Rightstart Inc | General Operating Support | $8,500 |
| Abstinence Coalition for Education Northeast | General Operating Support; d/b/a Loving in Living Action | $7,500 |
| Camp Kita | General Operating Support | $7,500 |
| Maine Adaptive Sports & Recreation | General Operating Support | $7,500 |
| Special Olympics Maine | General Operating Support | $7,500 |
| National Education for Assistance Dog Services (NEADS) | General Operating Support | $7,000 |
| Go Malawi | General Operating Support | $6,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Deborah S Cote
- Katherine D Melioris
- Eleanor P Schiavi
- John Schiavi
- Caitlin F DiMillo
- Molly Crehan
Questions people ask
Does Schiavi Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Schiavi Family Foundation give?
$917,500 in tax year 2025, across 72 grants, with a typical grant of $7,500.
Who runs Schiavi Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Deborah S Cote (Director), Katherine D Melioris (Director), Eleanor P Schiavi (Director) and John Schiavi (Director & President) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Schiavi Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, youth programs and food and hunger.