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Fiscal Year Start

Jan 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The American Council of the Blind of Maine is a 501(c)(3) organization focused on supporting initiatives that benefit individuals who are blind or visually impaired within Maine. With a grantmaking scale of $1.5K distributed among three grantees in 2024, this funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the organization can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Total Funding Given
$1.5K
2024
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$500
Median 2nd year grant
$3.3K
C
Cheryl Peabody
Board Member
R
Roger Fuller
Board Member
N
Nathanael Batson
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE?
No. AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE give?
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE 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 AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE’s grants?
The largest share of grants from AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE fall in the below $5,000 range. The median first-year grant is about <$1,000. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE make each year?
In 2024, AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1,500. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE fund recently?
In 2024, AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include The Iris Network, PINE TREE GUIDE DOG USERS, and DISABILITY RIGHTS MAINE. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE?
AMERICAN COUNCIL OF THE BLIND OF MAINE does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.