The Barmore Fund
Preselected recipients only
The Barmore Fund is a private foundation in Harpswell, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $39,500 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $4,000 and the largest $5,000. 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$39,500
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$4,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$811,768
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2024 was the same as $39,500 the year before.
0% of its 2024 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 | $39,500 | 13 | $773,262 |
| 2024 | $39,500 | 12 | $811,768 |
How to apply
The Barmore Fund 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 Barmore Fund funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 7 states, the most to District of Columbia.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| District of Columbia | 4 | $17,000 |
| Maine | 2 | $5,000 |
| Illinois | 2 | $4,000 |
| California | 1 | $4,000 |
| New York | 1 | $4,000 |
| Texas | 1 | $2,500 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Planned Parenthood Federation of America Inc | Reproductive control | $5,000 |
| UNCF Attn Denise Scott Direct Response Programs | College scholarships to disadvantaged students | $4,000 |
| International Medical Corps | Health care activities | $4,000 |
| Mitchell Institute | Education scholarships | $4,000 |
| Pathfinder International Attn Development Department | Reproductive health | $4,000 |
| Possibility Project | Youth empowerment | $4,000 |
| Reach Education Inc | Youth reading education | $4,000 |
| American Brain Tumor Association | Brain tumor research | $3,000 |
| American Heart Stroke Association | Aneurysm research | $2,500 |
| Pine Street Inn | Hunger prevention | $1,000 |
| Fill a Heart 4 Kids | Hunger prevention | $1,000 |
| Preble Street | Hunger prevention | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Suzanne B Sands
- Donna B Barmore
- Johanna M Barmore
- Corinne B Barmore
- Gregory T Barmore
Questions people ask
Does The Barmore Fund accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Barmore Fund give?
$39,500 in tax year 2024, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $4,000.
Who runs The Barmore Fund?
Its 2024 filing lists Suzanne B Sands (President), Donna B Barmore (Director), Johanna M Barmore (Vice President) and Corinne B Barmore (Secretary) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does The Barmore Fund fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and health.