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Making A Difference Inc. is a private corporation based in BANGOR, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2014. The principal officer is Vicki Caulkins. It holds total assets of $11K. Annual income is reported at $17K. Total assets have grown from $6K in 2012 to $7K in 2023. 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 2015 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Maine. According to available records, Making A Difference Inc. has made 11 grants totaling $84K, with a median grant of $8K. Annual giving has decreased from $11K in 2020 to $9K in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $65K distributed across 8 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $212 to $20K, with an average award of $8K. The foundation has supported 5 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Maine. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$212
Median Grant
$6K
Average Grant
$8K
Largest Grant
$20K
Based on 4 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.
Making A Difference Inc. primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 11 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME.
Making A Difference Inc. has distributed a total of $84K across 11 grants. The median grant size is $8K, with an average of $8K. Individual grants have ranged from $212 to $20K.
Making A Difference Inc. typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Making A Difference Inc. is headquartered in BANGOR, ME.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kym M Kilgour | Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Christopher Kilgour | President/Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Vicki Caulkins | Treasurer | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Hans Peterson | Clerk/Director | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$11K
Total Assets
$7K
Fair Market Value
$7K
Net Worth
$7K
Grants Paid
$9K
Contributions
$15K
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
$214
Total Grants
11
Total Giving
$84K
Average Grant
$8K
Median Grant
$8K
Unique Recipients
5
Most Common Grant
$11K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| James F Doughty SchoolProvisions, supplies, clothing, and programs for underserved students | Bangor, ME | $8K | 2023 |
| Leonard Middle SchoolProvisions, supplies, clothing, and programs for underserved students | Old Town, ME | $500 | 2023 |
| Journey Rose GartnerFunding to cover care and travel expenses associated with medical diagnosis | Lamoine, ME | $20K | 2022 |
| Olyvia ThayerFunding to cover medical equipment | Brandford, ME | $1K | 2022 |
| Big Brother Big Sister Of Mid MainePlane Pull Event | Camden, ME | $212 | 2022 |