Friends of Acadia
AI Summary
Friends of Acadia is a 501(c)(3) organization that focuses on supporting initiatives in Acadia National Park and its surrounding areas. With a total of $10.2 million granted to 12 grantees in 2024, the foundation operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with Friends of Acadia can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
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Mission Statement
Preservation and protection of Acadia National Park.
Cause Areas
1
Land resources
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DOWNEAST TRANSPORTATION INC
$2.5M
10%

SCHOODIC INSTITUTE AT ACADIA NATIONAL PARK
$1.1M
4%

Maine Coast Heritage Trust
$467.5K
2%
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Total No. of Grants
16
Median 1st year grant
$28.8K
Median 2nd year grant
$27.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Friends of Acadia?
No. Friends of Acadia does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Friends of Acadia give?
Friends of Acadia primarily gives to organizations located in Maine, Massachusetts, and Virginia. 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 Friends of Acadia’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Friends of Acadia fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $29 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Friends of Acadia make each year?
In 2024, Friends of Acadia awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $10.2 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Friends of Acadia fund recently?
In 2024, Friends of Acadia awarded grants to about 10 grantees. Recent grantees include DOWNEAST TRANSPORTATION INC, SCHOODIC INSTITUTE AT ACADIA NATIONAL PARK, and Maine Coast Heritage Trust. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Friends of Acadia?
Friends of Acadia does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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