The Harbor Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Harbor Foundation is a private foundation in York Harbor, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $18,000 in 12 grants; the typical grant was $1,000 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 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$18,000
- Number of grants12
- Typical grant$1,000
- Largest grant$5,000
- Assets$370,162
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was up from $13,500 the year before.
17% of its 2025 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 | $15,000 | 11 | $319,436 |
| 2024 | $13,500 | 14 | $332,947 |
| 2025 | $18,000 | 12 | $370,162 |
How to apply
The Harbor 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 Harbor Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 5 | $9,000 |
| Massachusetts | 1 | $3,000 |
| Montana | 2 | $2,500 |
| Vermont | 1 | $2,000 |
| Wyoming | 3 | $1,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation | Donor advised fund: tenny donnelly fund | $5,000 |
| Charles River School | Annual fund | $3,000 |
| Poverello Center | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Vermont Food Bank | Annual fund | $2,000 |
| Agamenticus Yacht Club | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Hurricane Island Center for Science and Leadership | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Wood Island Life Saving Station Association | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| York Land Trust | Annual fund | $1,000 |
| Cody Country Art League | Annual fund | $500 |
| Montana State Park Association | Annual fund | $500 |
| Park County Pedalers | Annual fund | $500 |
| Park County Youth Cycling | Annual fund | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Shapleigh D Lapointe
- Charles B Donnelly
- Joseph C Donnelly Jr
- Caroline C Donnelly
Questions people ask
Does The Harbor Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Harbor Foundation give?
$18,000 in tax year 2025, across 12 grants, with a typical grant of $1,000.
Who runs The Harbor Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Shapleigh D Lapointe (President), Charles B Donnelly (Vice President), Joseph C Donnelly Jr (Secretary) and Caroline C Donnelly (Treasurer).
What does The Harbor Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation.