The Casco Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Casco Foundation is a private foundation in Portland, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $41,000 in 7 grants; the typical grant was $5,500 and the largest $9,000. 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$41,000
- Number of grants7
- Typical grant$5,500
- Largest grant$9,000
- Assets$976,501
- New grantees0%
Giving in 2025 was up from $30,000 the year before.
0% 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 | $38,500 | 9 | $750,966 |
| 2024 | $30,000 | 7 | $840,346 |
| 2025 | $41,000 | 7 | $976,501 |
How to apply
The Casco 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 Casco Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 7 | $41,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Center for Entrepreneurs | Top gun program | $9,000 |
| Upstart Maine | Mastermind: 8-12 women founders technical resources & expenses | $7,500 |
| Coastal Enterprises Inc | Inroads to wholesaling & i.d.e.a. Sponsorship | $7,000 |
| Thomas College | Central me top gun program & sustainable business program | $5,500 |
| Central Maine Community Betterment Collaborative | General support | $4,500 |
| University of Maine Foundation | Female inaugural innovate me aspiring entrepreneur fellowship program | $4,000 |
| College of the Atlantic | Sustainable business program | $3,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Sandra L Stone
- Alexander W Knecht
- Richard E Curran
Questions people ask
Does The Casco Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Casco Foundation give?
$41,000 in tax year 2025, across 7 grants, with a typical grant of $5,500.
Who runs The Casco Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Sandra L Stone (Director, President), Alexander W Knecht (Director, Treasurer) and Richard E Curran (Director, Secretary).
What does The Casco Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and environment and conservation.