The Bank of Maine Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
The Bank of Maine Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Camden, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $29,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $5,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$29,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$202,679
- New grantees100%
Giving in 2025 was up from $24,650 the year before.
100% of its 2025 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 | $34,650 | 9 | $259,466 |
| 2024 | $24,650 | 6 | $233,326 |
| 2025 | $29,000 | 7 | $202,679 |
How to apply
| Contact | Renee Smyth 2 Elm Street, Camden, ME 04843 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (207) 230-2016 |
| What to submit | Written Request |
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 4 | $20,000 |
| New Hampshire | 3 | $9,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Beth C Wright Cancer Resources | 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Award | $5,000 |
| Belknap House | 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Award | $5,000 |
| Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine | 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Award | $5,000 |
| Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association | 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Award | $5,000 |
| Scarborough Public Library | 2025 Leaders & Luminaries Award | $5,000 |
| Book Love Foundation | 2025 Spotlight Award | $2,000 |
| The Friendly Kitchen | 2025 Spotlight Award | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Renee Smyth
- Terri Tooley
Questions people ask
Does The Bank of Maine Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does The Bank of Maine Charitable Foundation give?
$29,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs The Bank of Maine Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Renee Smyth (President) and Terri Tooley (Treasurer).