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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. Total assets have grown from $950 in 2011 to $1.3M in 2023. Site Visitation grantee interviews evaluate program historic effectiveness evaluate program goals assess organization plans and sustainability obtain organization credentials certifications. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Funding is distributed across 5 states, including Michigan, Maine, Massachusetts. 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.
Smallest Grant
$2K
Median Grant
$20K
Average Grant
$21K
Largest Grant
$50K
Based on 62 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
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 typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Protein Foundation is headquartered in YARMOUTH, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 12 states.
Officer and trustee information is not yet available for this foundation. This data is typically reported in Part VIII of the 990-PF filing.
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
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
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 |
| Square Up For OthersFood and Shelter for homeless | Bridgeport, CT | $50K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Of Christian SchoolsChristian youth program in schools | New Canaan, CT | $50K | 2023 |
| His MansionRehab for tramatized Children | Deering, NH | $50K | 2023 |
| Emmanuel Gospel CenterMinistry to women victim of sex trafficing | Dorchester, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Paul Carlson PartnershipMedical and economic assistance to people in poverty | Chicago, IL | $50K | 2023 |
| Elevate New EnglandTutor and mentor youth in low income areas | Lowell, MA | $50K | 2023 |
| Bethany BirchesChristian program in camp environment | Plymouth, VT | $40K | 2023 |
| Home Of HopeRehabilitate tramatized children | District Of Columbia, DC | $30K | 2023 |
| Route One BostonMinistry to street women | Boston, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Salvation Army - Camp SebagoMinistry to youth - Christian teaching | Portland | $30K | 2023 |
| Hagar'S SistersShelter for abused women | Acton, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Boston Project MinistriesCommunity services for needy | Dorchester, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| Mt Olives Community Centeraiding immigrant families | Hyde Park, MA | $30K | 2023 |
| City MinistriesMinistry to orphans and Street children | Charlotte, NC | $30K | 2023 |
| Northeast Community ChurchMinistry to needy children | Norwalk, CT | $30K | 2023 |
| Young Life - Casco BayChristian ministry to youth | Portland, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| Hope Haitian MinistriesMinistry to immigrant Children | Boothbay, ME | $28K | 2023 |
| Websterville Christian AcademyChristian Church School | Websterville, VT | $25K | 2023 |
| Elevate BridgeportTutor mentor youth in low income areas | Bridgeport, CT | $25K | 2023 |
| Isaiah 61 CafeMinistry to indigent persons | Laconia, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Lydia'S House Of Hoperehab homes for low income families | Somersworth, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| New Hope Women'S ShelterShelter homeless needy women | Solon, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Operation BlessingAssist families in Crisis | Plymouth, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Rise AgainPeople in crisis or poverty | London, 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 |
| Chop PointChildren Education Programs | Woolwich, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Light Of Life MinistriesMinistry to women exiting sex trafficing activities | Manchester, NH | $25K | 2023 |
| Somebody Cares New EnglandMinistry to homeless | Haverhill, MA | $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 |
| Youth For Christ Northern MaineChristian Ministry to Youth | Howland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| EnoughChristian youth program in schools | Barre, VT | $20K | 2023 |
| Boston Missionary Baptist CommunityAssistance for indigent destitute persons | Roxbury, MA | $20K | 2023 |
| Sheltered By JesusShelter and food for homeless | Lewiston, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Life House MaineShelter for pregnant women | Brunswick, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Living To LastHousing for needy people | Westbrook, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Sanctuary BakingFeeding Homeless | Harpswell Rd, ME | $10K | 2023 |
| Restore HaitiMinistry to children in Haiti | Franklin, TN | $10K | 2023 |
| Care CorpDisaster Relief | Ventura, CA | $10K | 2023 |
| Fellowship Christians In SchoolsChristian Youth Program in schools | New Canaan, CT | $50K | 2022 |