These foundations have a track record of funding arts & culture work in Maine, based on IRS 990 grant data. Use the list below to find funders aligned with your mission, then sign up free to see how well your nonprofit fits each one.
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Santa Fe Natural Tobacco Company Foundation Grants
American Indian self-sufficiencyNative American entrepreneurshipNative American education+6 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be nonprofit organizations qualifying as exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and in good standing with the IRS. Applications must include proof of 501(c)(3) status, the organization EIN, and IRS exemption documentation. Proposals must fall within the Foundation's charter mandate and support specifically identified projects serving Native Americans. Grants are not provided to individuals, and general operating expenses are not eligible. Governmental units need not submit tax-exempt documentation. Grant recipients must provide follow-up reports and return funds not used for the approved purpose.
Public humanitiesCommunity engagementHumanities research and practice+2 more
Who can apply: Applicants must propose events held during April 17–May 1, 2027; demonstrate humanities research and practice in entertaining, accessible, and relevant ways for non-specialists; make events free to attend; address representation, inclusion, and accessibility; and engage community collaborators and audiences where applicable. Academic lectures and symposia are not eligible. Indirect costs and overhead are not covered.
Free outdoor music festivalsLive music and performanceArts access+4 more
Who can apply: Applicant must be a U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization; organizations without 501(c)(3) status may apply with a fiscal sponsor. The festival must take place outdoors in a public space, be free to the public without reserved tickets, required donations, pre-registration, pay-what-you-can entry, or required RSVPs, have a theme or programmatic focus, include live music and performance as a significant component, feature professional musicians who are compensated, and run for at least four hours on one day, multiple consecutive days, or two consecutive weekends. Seasonal and long-running events, as well as standalone performances and concert series, are ineligible.
Who can apply: Projects must serve grades 3–5 in public schools in Penobscot or Washington counties and involve professional artists and teachers in meaningful arts education.
EducationArts and CultureOutreach / Community Programs+5 more
Who can apply: Applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations. Foundation prefers project-specific requests with defined, measurable outcomes; generally does not fund general operating support or fundraising campaigns. While historically focused in Indiana and Florida, requests from around the country are considered.
Community readingLiterary artsBooks and reading+2 more
Who can apply: Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits and other federally tax-exempt entities, including universities, colleges, school districts, public libraries, tribal organizations, museums, and community service organizations, located in the United States, U.S. Territories, or eligible Native Nations and communities. Projects must feature a book from the annual Big Read library, work with a library and a community partner, and include required public events and discussions.
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