Triton Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Triton Foundation is a private foundation in Yarmouth, Maine. In tax year 2025 it gave $84,000 in 30 grants; the typical grant was $1,125 and the largest $32,000. 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$84,000
- Number of grants30
- Typical grant$1,125
- Largest grant$32,000
- Assets$1.8 million
- New grantees17%
Giving in 2025 was down from $164,000 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 | $169,000 | 30 | $1.7 million |
| 2024 | $164,000 | 29 | $1.8 million |
| 2025 | $84,000 | 30 | $1.8 million |
How to apply
Triton 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 Triton Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 24 | $75,250 |
| Maryland | 2 | $5,750 |
| Alaska | 1 | $1,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $1,000 |
| District of Columbia | 1 | $500 |
| Virginia | 1 | $500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Frinds of Spannocchia | For their use | $32,000 |
| 317 Main Music Center | Operations | $7,000 |
| Kieve Leadershiop Program | Operations | $5,000 |
| Rural Youth Institute | Operation expenses | $5,000 |
| Johns Hopkins University | Operations | $5,000 |
| Ilap | Operations | $3,000 |
| Maine Conservation Alliance | Operations | $2,500 |
| Planned Parenthood of NNE | Operations | $2,250 |
| Center for Grieving Children | Operations | $2,000 |
| Fork Food Lab | Operations | $2,000 |
| Tree Street Youth | Operations | $2,000 |
| Carrabassett Valley Academy | Operations | $2,000 |
| Maine Womens Lobby | Operations | $1,500 |
| United Way of Greater Portland | Operations | $1,500 |
| Preble Street Resource Center | Operations | $1,250 |
| Copper River Watershed Project | Operations | $1,000 |
| Bigelow Labs | Operations | $1,000 |
| In Her Presence | Operations | $1,000 |
| Imaging the World | Operations | $1,000 |
| Good Shepard Food Bank | Operations | $1,000 |
| Mind Bridge | Operations | $750 |
| Town of Yarmouth | Operations | $750 |
| American Farmland Trust | Operations | $500 |
| Nature Conservancy | Operations | $500 |
| Maine Farmland Trust | Operations | $500 |
| Boys and Girls Club | General use | $500 |
| Maine Audubon | Operations | $500 |
| Wabanaki Reach | Operations | $500 |
| Prince Memorial Library | Operations | $250 |
| American Red Cross | Operations | $250 |
Officers and trustees
- Peter Cinelli
- Gail Cinelli
Questions people ask
Does Triton Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Triton Foundation give?
$84,000 in tax year 2025, across 30 grants, with a typical grant of $1,125.
Who runs Triton Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Peter Cinelli (President) and Gail Cinelli (Secretary).
What does Triton Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly youth programs, education and environment and conservation.