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Protein Foundation is a private trust based in YARMOUTH, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 1981. The principal officer is % Walter Baker. It holds total assets of $1.5M. Annual income is reported at $1.4M. Site Visitation grantee interviews evaluate program historic effectiveness evaluate program goals assess organization plans and sustainability obtain organization credentials certifications. According to available records, Protein Foundation has made 201 grants totaling $4.4M, with a median grant of $22K. Annual giving has grown from $574K in 2020 to $1.3M in 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $2.6M distributed across 124 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $68K, with an average award of $22K. The foundation has supported 103 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, which account for 46% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 12 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Site Visitation grantee interviews evaluate program historic effectiveness evaluate program goals assess organization plans and sustainability obtain organization credentials certifications.
Expenses: $105K
Execute "expenditure responsibility" function re use of grant consistent with grant application.
Expenses: $35K
Identify candidates to receive grant applications. Evaluate Grants and process through a Board Directed process. 61 grants processed in 2022
Expenses: $26K
Respond to inquiries requesting consultation regarding matters where Protein might be helpful.
Expenses: $9K
Site Visitation grantee interviews evaluate program historic effectiveness evaluate program goals assess organization plans and sustainability obtain organization credentials certifications. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 201 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, MA, CT.
Protein Foundation has distributed a total of $4.4M across 201 grants. The median grant size is $22K, with an average of $22K. Individual grants have ranged from $500 to $68K.
Protein Foundation is a private foundation. To inquire about grants, you can look up the foundation using their EIN (061046591) on GuideStar or contact them directly. Many private foundations have specific application processes that may not be publicly listed.
Protein Foundation is headquartered in YARMOUTH, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
Total Giving
$1.5M
Total Assets
$1.3M
Fair Market Value
$1.3M
Net Worth
$1.3M
Grants Paid
$1.3M
Contributions
$2.1M
Net Investment Income
$0
Distribution Amount
$0
Total Grants
201
Total Giving
$4.4M
Average Grant
$22K
Median Grant
$22K
Unique Recipients
103
Most Common Grant
$25K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| People FirstHelping indigent persons | Bridgeport, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Root CellarFood distribution and youth mentoring | Lewiston, ME | $60K | 2023 |
| Straight Ahead MinistriesMinistry to juvenile offenders | Worchester, MA | $51K | 2023 |
| Elevate New EnglandTutor and mentor youth in low income areas | Lowell, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Paul Carlson PartnershipMedical and economic assistance to people in poverty | Chicago, IL |
| $50K |
| 2023 |
| Fellowship Of Christian SchoolsChristian youth program in schools | New Canaan, CT | $50K | 2023 |
| Emmanuel Gospel CenterMinistry to women victim of sex trafficing | Dorchester, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Square Up For OthersFood and Shelter for homeless | Bridgeport, CT | $50K | 2023 |
| His MansionRehab for tramatized Children | Deering, NH | $50K | 2023 |
| Bethany BirchesChristian program in camp environment | Plymouth, VT | $40K | 2023 |
| City MinistriesMinistry to orphans and Street children | Charlotte, NC | $30K | 2023 |
| Northeast Community ChurchMinistry to needy children | Norwalk, CT | $30K | 2023 |
| Mt Olives Community Centeraiding immigrant families | Hyde Park, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Boston Project MinistriesCommunity services for needy | Dorchester, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Salvation Army - Camp SebagoMinistry to youth - Christian teaching | Portland | $30K | 2023 |
| Hagar'S SistersShelter for abused women | Acton, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Home Of HopeRehabilitate tramatized children | District Of Columbia, DC | $30K | 2023 |
| Young Life - Casco BayChristian ministry to youth | Portland, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| Route One BostonMinistry to street women | Boston, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Hope Haitian MinistriesMinistry to immigrant Children | Boothbay, ME | $28K | 2023 |
| Light Of Life MinistriesMinistry to women exiting sex trafficing activities | Manchester, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Operation BlessingAssist families in Crisis | Plymouth, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Websterville Christian AcademyChristian Church School | Websterville, VT | $25K | 2023 |
| New Hope Women'S ShelterShelter homeless needy women | Solon, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Lydia'S House Of Hoperehab homes for low income families | Somersworth, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Chop PointChildren Education Programs | Woolwich, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Rise AgainPeople in crisis or poverty | London, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Isaiah 61 CafeMinistry to indigent persons | Laconia, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Urban Impact Of Black RockTutor and mentor youth in low income areas | Bridgeport, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Vision New EnglandInterdenominational Christian Program | Stratham, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Elevate BridgeportTutor mentor youth in low income areas | Bridgeport, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Boston Missionary Baptist CommunityAssistance for indigent destitute persons | Roxbury, MA | $20K | 2023 |
| Life House MaineShelter for pregnant women | Brunswick, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Youth For Christ Northern MaineChristian Ministry to Youth | Howland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Sheltered By JesusShelter and food for homeless | Lewiston, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Somebody Cares New EnglandMinistry to homeless | Haverhill, MA | $20K | 2023 |
| EnoughChristian youth program in schools | Barre, VT | $20K | 2023 |
| Recovery Community DevelopmentTutor and mentor youth in low income areas | Bridgeport, CT | $20K | 2023 |
| Portland First Assembly Of GodCOMUNITY FEEDING PROGRAM | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Living To LastHousing for needy people | Westbrook, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Care CorpDisaster Relief | Ventura, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Restore HaitiMinistry to children in Haiti | Franklin, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| Sanctuary BakingFeeding Homeless | Harpswell Rd, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Christians In SchoolsChristian Youth Program in schools | New Canaan, CT | $50K | 2022 |
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