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 $44.2 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 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