Mission Statement
Testamentary Trust established under the Last Will of Eleanor B. Burke to assist in and promote the understanding, awareness, and study of the natural environment surrounding Merrymeeting Bay, and preservation of land
Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST
BATH, ME
$855K
61%
Maine Maritime Museum
Bath, ME
$189.8K
14%
FRIENDS OF MERRYMEETING BAY
Richmond, ME
$100K
7%
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Total No. of Grants
5
Median 1st year grant
$65K
Median 2nd year grant
$36.3K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST?
No. MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST give?
MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST 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 MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST’s grants?
The largest share of grants from MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST fall in the $50 thousand to $100 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $65 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST make each year?
In 2022, MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST awarded about 5 grants, totaling nearly $590 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST fund recently?
In 2022, MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include KENNEBEC ESTUARY LAND TRUST, Maine Maritime Museum, and FRIENDS OF MERRYMEETING BAY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST?
MERRYMEETING BAY TRUST does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.