Help for Applicants

Grantmaking is part of the community foundation's commitment to improve the quality of life for all Maine people.

Our Approach

All MaineCF grantmaking work is guided by the belief that communities have the capacity for self-improvement. Our role is to connect individuals, organizations, and communities to the knowledge, skills, tools, and support they need to make the most of opportunities for improvement.

Additional Support

Maine staff members frequently provide technical assistance and guidance to nonprofits to share best practices and information about grant support. We also regularly develop and implement special projects or initiatives to advance our issue areas.

Competitive Grants

Grant programs that accept proposals can be found on the Available Grants page.

Detailed descriptions, including eligibility, application guidelines, and deadlines can be found on the individual grant program pages.