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Est.

2005

Fiscal Year Start

Jul 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

The Holbrook Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on grantmaking through a relationship-based approach, providing funding by invitation only. In 2021, the foundation awarded a total of $12.5K across three grantees, and it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

TO PROVIDE FOR PROTECTION OF THE COASTAL HERITAGE OF HARPSWELL, MAINE AND SURROUNDING AREA; PRESERVE HARPSWELL'S COMMUNITY SHOREFRONT INFRASTRUCTURE AND FISHING INDUSTRY; PROTECT KEY COMMUNITY ASSETS; SUPPORT WATERFRONT USES; EDUCATE THE PUBLIC.
Total Funding Given
$12.5K
2021
Grantees funded
3
Multi-year grantees
67%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
1
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10K
J
Joan Melroy
Board Member
P
Peter Melroy
Board Member
M
Mackin Pulsifer
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 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 HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2021, HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 1 grants, totaling nearly $13 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2025, HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 3 grantees. Recent grantees include Harpswell Heritage Land Trust, HARPSWELL COASTAL ACADEMY INC, and Maine Coast Fishermen's Association. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
HOLBROOK COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.