Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation is a private foundation in Mansfield, Massachusetts. In tax year 2025 it gave $225,000 in 52 grants; the typical grant was $3,000 and the largest $43,500. 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$225,000
- Number of grants52
- Typical grant$3,000
- Largest grant$43,500
- Assets$4.8 million
- New grantees21%
Giving in 2025 was up from $215,000 the year before.
21% 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 | $192,500 | 44 | $4.4 million |
| 2024 | $215,000 | 44 | $4.6 million |
| 2025 | $225,000 | 52 | $4.8 million |
How to apply
Phineas W Sprague Memorial 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 Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 4 states, the most to Maine.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine | 46 | $206,000 |
| Massachusetts | 4 | $7,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $6,000 |
| Vermont | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Medical Center | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $43,500 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $12,000 |
| Farms for Food Equity | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $11,000 |
| Cape Elizabeth High School | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $10,000 |
| American Chestnut Foundation | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $6,000 |
| Ketcha Outdoors | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $6,000 |
| Planned Parenthood of New England | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $6,000 |
| Riding to the Top Therapeutic Riding Center | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $6,000 |
| Wayfinder Schools | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $6,000 |
| Camp Community Arena Group | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Camp Susan Curtis | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Cape Elizabeth Land Trust | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Friends of Seguin Island Light Station | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Maine Preservation | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Marine Learning Project | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Portland Community Squash | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Scarborough Land Trust | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Union of Maine Visual Artists | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $5,000 |
| Maine Island Trail Association | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $4,000 |
| Sail Maine | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $4,000 |
| Greater Portland Landmarks | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Maine Audubon Society | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Maine Historical Society | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Maine Huts & Trails | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Maine Woodland Owners | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Palaver Strings | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Portland Ballet | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Portland Ovations | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Sailing Ships Maine | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Tate House Museum | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $3,000 |
| Maine Seacoast Mission | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,500 |
| Children's Museum & Theatre of Maine | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Friends of Casco Bay | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Gulf of Maine Research Institute | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Kids Connect Inc | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Maine College of Art & Design | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Maine Farmland Trust | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Maine Maritime Museum | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
| Mothers Milk Bank Northeast | Primary purpose of the foundation to meet irs minimum distribution requirements | $2,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Cate S Gilbane
- F Whittington Foster
- Eliza H S Rowe
- Tilsley H Kelly
Questions people ask
Does Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation give?
$225,000 in tax year 2025, across 52 grants, with a typical grant of $3,000.
Who runs Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Cate S Gilbane (President), F Whittington Foster (Vice President), Eliza H S Rowe (Treasurer) and Tilsley H Kelly (Secretary).
What does Phineas W Sprague Memorial Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly environment and conservation, arts and culture and education.