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Burns Family Foundation Inc. is a private corporation based in DAMARISCOTTA, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. It holds total assets of $6.7M. Annual income is reported at $2.5M. Total assets have decreased from $10.1M in 2014 to $6.7M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 4 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2021 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in Maine. According to available records, Burns Family Foundation Inc. has made 75 grants totaling $1.9M, with a median grant of $20K. Annual giving has grown from $490K in 2021 to $1.4M in 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $110K, with an average award of $25K. The foundation has supported 31 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in Maine and New Jersey. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$20K
Average Grant
$23K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 21 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Burns Family Foundation Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 75 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, NJ.
Burns Family Foundation Inc. has distributed a total of $1.9M across 75 grants. The median grant size is $20K, with an average of $25K. Individual grants have ranged from $5K to $110K.
Burns Family Foundation Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals. The foundation makes grants for charitable, scientific, literary or educational purposes, or for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals, support of health care organizations and libraries, and other such purposes as defined within the meaning of section 501-c-3 of the internal revenue code.
Burns Family Foundation Inc. is headquartered in DAMARISCOTTA, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John J Lynch | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $20K | $0 | $20K |
| Elizabeth C Graves | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Ann C Mcfarland | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| John Schianchi | DIRECTOR | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$6.7M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$6.7M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
75
Total Giving
$1.9M
Average Grant
$25K
Median Grant
$20K
Unique Recipients
31
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln HealthSUPPORT OF THE HOSPITAL | Damariscotta, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Town Of South Bristol MaineELEMENTARY SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS | South Bristol, ME | $110K | 2023 |
| Lincoln AcademyGENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT | Newcastle, ME | $100K | 2023 |
| Central Lincoln County Ambulance ServiceSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $50K | 2023 |
| Olympia Snowe Women'S Leadership InstitutePROGRAMS IN LINOLN COUNTY SCHOOLS | Portland, ME | $50K | 2023 |
| Community Energy Fund Of Lincoln CountyHEATING OIL AND ENERGY ASSISTANCE | Bristol, ME | $35K | 2023 |
| Mobius IncSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| Fowa Animal Rescue IncSUPPORT OF VETERINARY PROGRAM | Wayne, NJ | $30K | 2023 |
| Service Dog StrongSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Denmark, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| A Life LineSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Smyrna Center, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Skidompha Library AssociationSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Central Lincoln County Adult & Community EducationSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Coastal Kids PreschoolSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Midcoast Humane SocietySUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Brunswick, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Elder Care Network Of Lincoln CountyGENERAL OPERATIONS SUPPORT | Damariscotta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Coastal Rivers Conservation TrustSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Carpenter'S Boat ShopSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Pemaquid, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| New Hope Women'S ShelterSUPPORT OF NEW HOPE WOMEN'S SHELTER | Solon, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Chip IncSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | New Harbor, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| The Lincoln HomeRESIDENTS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FUND | Newcastle, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Good Shepard Food BankSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Auburn, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Lincoln County Historical AssociationEDUCATIONAL OUTREACH | Wiscasset, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Healthy KidsSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | Damariscotta, ME | $9K | 2023 |
| United Way Of Midcoast MaineGENERAL SUPPORT OF CAMPAIGN | Bath, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Caring For Kids In BristolSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | New Harbor, ME | $5K | 2023 |
| Rutherford Library AssociationSUPPORT OF OPERATIONS | South Bristol, ME | $5K | 2023 |