Maine Cancer Foundation
Maine Cancer Foundation
Maine Cancer Foundation
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The Maine Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on funding initiatives primarily in Maine, with additional support in Massachusetts and New York. With a grantmaking scale of $2.6 million distributed among 101 grantees, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
Maine Cancer Foundation is dedicated to reducing cancer incidence and mortality rates in Maine. 100% of funds raised by the Foundation are used to benefit the people of Maine.
Cause Areas
8
Cancers
Health care access
Oncology
Smoking
Preventive care
Environmental health
Obesity
Cancer Research
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Populations
11
Adults
Children and youth
American Indians
Heterosexuals
Intersex people
LGBTQ people
Men and boys
Women and girls
At-risk youth
Economically disadvantaged people
Immigrants and migrants
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
MaineHealth
$2M
10%
THE JACKSON LABORATORY
$781.5K
4%
Penobscot Community Health Center
$754K
4%
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Total No. of Grants
43
Median 1st year grant
$40K
Median 2nd year grant
$43.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Maine Cancer Foundation?
No. Maine Cancer Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Maine Cancer Foundation give?
Maine Cancer Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in Maine, Massachusetts, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Maine Cancer Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Maine Cancer Foundation fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $40 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Maine Cancer Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Maine Cancer Foundation awarded about 40 grants, totaling nearly $2.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Maine Cancer Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Maine Cancer Foundation awarded grants to about 100 grantees. Recent grantees include MaineHealth, THE JACKSON LABORATORY, and Penobscot Community Health Center. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Maine Cancer Foundation?
Maine Cancer Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.