Tessie Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Tessie Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $30,000 in 2 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $20,000. 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$30,000
- Number of grants2
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$20,000
- Assets$788,747
How to apply
Tessie 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.
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 2 | $30,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Houlton HS Alumni Assoc | General support | $20,000 |
| Nickerson Lake Wilderness Preservation | General support | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Marianna Liddell co Pierce Atwood
- Thomas M Pierce co HM Payson Co
- Nancy L Heimonen
Questions people ask
Does Tessie Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Tessie Foundation give?
$30,000 in tax year 2025, across 2 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Tessie Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Marianna Liddell co Pierce Atwood (President), Thomas M Pierce co HM Payson Co (Vice President and Treasurer) and Nancy L Heimonen (Secretary).