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Est.

1983

Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Maine People's Alliance is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within Maine. In 2022, it awarded a total of $1.9 million across eight grantees. The organization operates on a relationship-based model and does not accept unsolicited proposals; grants are made by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in potential funding can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

MPA WORKED TO SUPPORT DEMOCRACY REFORM, CLIMATE POLICY, TAX REFORM, DRUG POLICY REFORM, WORKER RIGHTS, HEALTHCARE AND CHILDCARE ACCESS, RACIAL JUSTICE AND IMMIGRANT RIGHTS, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND TENANT RIGHTS.
Total Funding Given
$1.9M
2022
Grantees funded
8
Multi-year grantees
50%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$35K
Median 2nd year grant
$45K
R
Rafael Macias
Board Member
B
Brandy Staples
Board Member
G
Gina Morin
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE?
No. MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE give?
MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE primarily gives to organizations located in Maine. 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 PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $35 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE make each year?
In 2022, MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $1.9 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE fund recently?
In 2024, MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE awarded grants to about 8 grantees. Recent grantees include MAINERS FOR HOME CARE, MAINE EQUAL JUSTICE PROJECT, and NEW MAINERS ALLIANCE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE?
MAINE PEOPLE'S ALLIANCE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.