The Aldermere Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Aldermere Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $434,448 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $7,000 and the largest $304,448. 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$434,448
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$7,000
- Largest grant$304,448
- Assets$8.8 million
- New grantees11%
Giving in 2025 was up from $387,600 the year before.
11% of its 2025 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $361,644 | 17 | $7.3 million |
| 2024 | $387,600 | 17 | $7.8 million |
| 2025 | $434,448 | 19 | $8.8 million |
How to apply
The Aldermere 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 The Aldermere Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 19 | $434,448 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Coast Heritage Trust | Aldermere farm operating support | $304,448 |
| Coastal Mountains Land Trust | General support | $15,000 |
| Maine Conservation Alliance | General support | $12,000 |
| Center for Ecological Teaching and Learning | General support | $10,000 |
| Hurricaine Island Center for Science and Leadership | General support | $10,000 |
| Maine Farmland Trust | General support | $10,000 |
| Natural Resources Council of Maine | General support | $10,000 |
| Maine Conservation Law Foundation | General support | $8,000 |
| Midcoast Conservancy | General support | $8,000 |
| Palaver Strings | General support | $7,000 |
| Wayfinder Schools | General support | $6,000 |
| Art van Program | General support | $5,000 |
| Chewonki Foundation | General support | $5,000 |
| Friends of Casco Bay | General support | $5,000 |
| Georges River Land Trust | General support | $5,000 |
| Merryspring Nature Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Penobscot Bay YMCA and Teen Center | General support | $5,000 |
| Homeworthy | General support | $3,000 |
| Bay Chamber Concerts and Community Music | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Spinnaker Trust
Questions people ask
Does The Aldermere Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Aldermere Foundation give?
$434,448 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $7,000.
Who runs The Aldermere Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Spinnaker Trust (Trustee).
What does The Aldermere Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture, environment and conservation and education.