Total grant dollars requested last cycle: $59,300
Total grant dollars awarded last cycle: $55,300
Percentage of proposals that received full funding: 86%
Percentage of proposals that received partial funding: 14%
Maximum grant size: $5,000 (larger grants will be considered on a case-by-case basis)
Application deadline: July 1
Background
The PF Fund was established to support nonprofits in the Baldwin area.
Priorities
The donors and the foundation are especially interested in funding projects which focus on efforts to bring Baldwin together. The intent is that the relationships formed will provide the context for long-term conversations about improving the life in Baldwin. Multi-year funding may be awarded to organizations presenting a thoughtful plan for addressing needs and opportunities in Baldwin. Because the donors wish organizations to build their own capacity to deliver services, thy encourage applications for planning grants to support the design of projects. Award of a planning grant, however, does not commit the PF Fund to guaranteeing award of subsequent funding.
Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants must be nonprofit, 501(c)(3) federal tax-exempt organizations, public schools, public agencies working for the State of Maine, or Indian tribal governments (and their political subdivisions), recognized by the Department of the Interior or have a fiscal sponsor that is a 501(c)(3) organization, public school, or public agency. (Click here for more information on applying with a fiscal sponsor.)
- Grants cannot be made for lobbying or religious activities.
- Grants cannot pay for program expenses that have already been incurred.
How to Apply
Grant application forms are available from the MaineCF offices or can be downloaded above. Mail proposals to:
PF Fund for the Baldwin Area
Maine Community Foundation
1 Monument Square, Suite 200
Portland, ME 04401
We will not accept applications via fax or e-mail.
When to Apply
Proposals must be postmarked by July 1. Applicants will be notified of the final decisions in September.
Contact
If you have any further questions regarding the PF Fund for the Baldwin Area, please contact Pam Cleghorn via e-mail or by phone at (877) 700-6800.