The Snowden Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Snowden Foundation is a private foundation in Biddeford Pool, Maine. In tax year 2024 it gave $56,000 in 15 grants; the typical grant was $2,000 and the largest $10,000. 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$56,000
- Number of grants15
- Typical grant$2,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$1.2 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was down from $58,000 the year before.
20% 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 | $58,000 | 13 | $1.2 million |
| 2024 | $56,000 | 15 | $1.2 million |
How to apply
The Snowden 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 Snowden Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 5 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 9 | $28,000 |
| New Jersey | 2 | $12,000 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $10,000 |
| Massachusetts | 2 | $5,000 |
| Colorado | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Church Farm School Church Farm School | General operations | $10,000 |
| Trinity Church Trinity Church | General operations | $10,000 |
| Northern Light Mercy Hospital Northern Light Mercy Hospital | Endowment fund | $10,000 |
| St Martins in the Field Church St Martins in the Field Church | General opeations | $5,000 |
| Deerfield Academy Deerfield Academy | Brophy memorial fund contribution | $3,000 |
| Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center | General operations | $2,500 |
| Animal Welfare Society Animal Welfare Society | General operations | $2,000 |
| Save Save | General operations | $2,000 |
| Ssje Monastery Ssje Monastery | General operations | $2,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank Maine Good Shepherd Food Bank Maine | General operations | $2,000 |
| Preble Street Preble Street | General operations | $2,000 |
| Portland Community Squash 66 Noyes Street | General operations | $2,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art Portland Museum of Art | General operations | $1,500 |
| Gardner Carney Leadership Inst Fountain Valley School of Colorado | General operations | $1,000 |
| Sailmaine Sailmaine | General operations | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Alice Barfield
Questions people ask
Does The Snowden Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Snowden Foundation give?
$56,000 in tax year 2024, across 15 grants, with a typical grant of $2,000.
Who runs The Snowden Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Alice Barfield (Trustee).
What does The Snowden Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities and education.