Washington County

West Quoddy Head Lighthouse by John Getchel/Flickr

Background

The Washington County Fund was established in 1986. The purpose of the fund is to support nonprofit organizations and projects that serve Washington County. This fund is a permanent, grantmaking resource that grows through contributions from individuals, businesses, and foundations. These partners share our commitment to strengthen Maine communities and increase charitable resources for all.

The Washington County Committee is made up of leaders who live and/or work in Washington County. These advisors serve as local ambassadors for the foundation, review proposals, recommend grant awards, and help build philanthropic resources in the region.

The Washington County Committee awards grants from the Washington County Fund and other related funds through the Community Building Grant Program. They make recommendations to fund proposals that meet the grant program criteria and have the greatest potential for positive impact on the quality of life in Washington County.

How MaineCF serves Washington County

Assets: The foundation holds more than $27 million in assets dedicated to Washington County, including donor-advised funds, designated funds to support specific organizations, scholarships, and field-of-interest funds.

Scholarships: The foundation holds 25 scholarship funds for Washington County students.

Agency funds: The foundation manages $6.8 million in charitable long-term funds on behalf of nonprofit organizations throughout Washington County.

Why support the Washington County Fund?

  • It's a permanent fund to help strengthen communities
  • Grants support a broad spectrum of nonprofits, including arts, education, environment, economic development, and human services
  • Local volunteer advisors award grants
  • Pooled charitable gifts increase the impact
  • The fund is invested for growth

Partner with us and give a gift today!

Join the other Friends of Maine who have included the Washington County Fund in their will.

To learn more, contact Director of Resources and Community Engagement Laura Reed.

Washington County Committee

Jonathan Alley, Addison

Christopher Bartlett, Eastport

Nakia Dana, Indian Township

Penny Guisinger, Trescott

Lois-Ann Kuntz, Machias

Susan Mingo, Calais

Rebeca Ortiz, Cherryfield

Suzen Polk-Hoffses, Jonesport

Paul Strickland, Robbinston

 

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This video celebrates the organizations, volunteers, and donors who support MaineCF's work in Washington County.

Recent Grants

Community Building Grant Program