The Evergreen Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Evergreen Foundation is a private foundation in Georgetown, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $725,000 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $30,000 and the largest $150,000. 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$725,000
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$30,000
- Largest grant$150,000
- Assets$12.5 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2024 was up from $342,000 the year before.
21% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $342,000 | 16 | $11.6 million |
| 2024 | $725,000 | 19 | $12.5 million |
How to apply
The Evergreen 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 Evergreen Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 19 | $725,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Iniatives | Provides support for racial, immigrant, and environmental justice | $150,000 |
| American Civil Liberties Union of Maine | Operating fund | $60,000 |
| Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project | Provide assistance for low income immigrants | $60,000 |
| Mano En Mano | Support maine farmworkers and immigrants | $55,000 |
| Maine Family Planning | Provide affordable health care services | $50,000 |
| Campaign for Justice | Operating fund | $40,000 |
| Indigo Arts Alliance | Operating fund | $40,000 |
| Hope Acts | Operating fund | $30,000 |
| In Her Presence | Operating fund | $30,000 |
| Maine Farmland Trust | Operating fund | $30,000 |
| Maine Organic Farmers & Gardeners Association | Operating fund | $30,000 |
| Niweskok | Rematriates wabanaki food and medicine to revitalize the penobscot bay | $30,000 |
| Usm Promise Scholars | Support financially challenged students from maine | $25,000 |
| Friends of Portland Adult Education | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Natural Resources Council of Maine | Operating fund | $20,000 |
| Palaver Springs | Strengthen and inspire community through music | $15,000 |
| Summer Camp | Operating fund | $15,000 |
| Scholarships for Maine Immigrants | Support local immigrants and refugees gain english language and career skills | $15,000 |
| Maine Recovery Fund | Operating fund | $10,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Jon H Edwards
- Nancy J Fox
- Amy A Fox
Questions people ask
Does The Evergreen Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Evergreen Foundation give?
$725,000 in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $30,000.
Who runs The Evergreen Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Jon H Edwards (Managing Trustee), Nancy J Fox (Trustee) and Amy A Fox (Trustee).
What does The Evergreen Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly human services, health and education.