THE RECOMPENSE FUND
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The Recompense Fund is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses primarily on funding initiatives in Maine, having awarded a total of $57.1K to seven grantees in the 2024 filing year. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
TO SUPPORT CHARITABLE AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS ON CHEBEAGUE ISLAND, ME
Cause Areas
2
Human rights
Human services
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
CHEBEAGUE ISLAND LIBRARY
$29.5K
15%
Chebeague Island Historical Society
$24.6K
12%
ISLAND COMMONS RESOURCE CENTER
$22.2K
11%
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Total No. of Grants
7
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
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Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE RECOMPENSE FUND?
No. THE RECOMPENSE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE RECOMPENSE FUND give?
THE RECOMPENSE FUND 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 THE RECOMPENSE FUND’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE RECOMPENSE FUND fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE RECOMPENSE FUND make each year?
In 2024, THE RECOMPENSE FUND awarded about 7 grants, totaling nearly $57 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE RECOMPENSE FUND fund recently?
In 2024, THE RECOMPENSE FUND awarded grants to about 7 grantees. Recent grantees include CHEBEAGUE ISLAND LIBRARY, Chebeague Island Historical Society, and ISLAND COMMONS RESOURCE CENTER. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE RECOMPENSE FUND?
THE RECOMPENSE FUND does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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