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Sam L Cohen Foundation is a private corporation based in PORTLAND, ME. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2005. It holds total assets of $28.2M. Annual income is reported at $7.2M. The foundation is governed by 5 officers and trustees. Ensure all people have opportunity to develop their potential and provide healthy, productive futures for themselves, families, and communities. Tax records are available from 2015 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Southern Maine. According to available records, Sam L Cohen Foundation has made 453 grants totaling $11.4M, with a median grant of $15K. The foundation has distributed between $2.3M and $6.5M annually from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking activity was highest in 2022 with $6.5M distributed across 188 grants. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M, with an average award of $25K. The foundation has supported 212 unique organizations. The foundation primarily supports organizations in Maine, Vermont, District of Columbia, which account for 97% of all grants. Grantmaking reaches organizations across 8 states. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$3K
Median Grant
$15K
Average Grant
$40K
Largest Grant
$1.8M
Based on 93 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
Supports teaching and practice of music, dance, theater, visual arts, and creative writing
Advances opportunity for underserved populations and strengthens social/economic fabric
Invests across full spectrum from pre-K through adulthood
Expands access for vulnerable and low-income individuals and families
Preserves Jewish education, tradition, and culture through Tzedekah
Ensure all people have opportunity to develop their potential and provide healthy, productive futures for themselves, families, and communities. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 453 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME, VT, DC.
Sam L Cohen Foundation has distributed a total of $11.4M across 453 grants. The median grant size is $15K, with an average of $25K. Individual grants have ranged from $1K to $1M.
The application deadline is REFER TO WWW.SAMLCOHENFOUNDATION.ORG FOR SPECIFIC INFORMATION. Refer to www.samlcohenfoundation.org for specific information. An application form is available on the foundation's website.
Sam L Cohen Foundation is headquartered in PORTLAND, ME. While based in ME, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 8 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| John Shoos | EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR | $143K | $20K | $164K |
| Jerome F Goldberg Esq | DIRECTOR, CHAIR | $19K | $0 | $19K |
| Jeffrey A Nathanson Esq | DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT | $19K | $0 | $19K |
| Edward K Simensky Cpa | DIRECTOR, TREASURER | $15K | $0 | $15K |
| Sherry P Broder Esq | DIRECTOR, SECRETARY | $15K | $0 | $15K |
Total Giving
$3.1M
Total Assets
$27.6M
Fair Market Value
$32.3M
Net Worth
$27.6M
Grants Paid
$2.3M
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
$2.6M
Distribution Amount
$1.5M
Total: $15.4M
Total Grants
453
Total Giving
$11.4M
Average Grant
$25K
Median Grant
$15K
Unique Recipients
212
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| MainspringMAINSPRING: THE SEACOAST SOCIAL SERVICE COLLECTIVE | Kittery, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| Portland Stage Company"MAKING AN ENTRANCE" CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | Portland, ME | $200K | 2023 |
| My Place Teen CenterTHE MY PLACE TEEN CENTER SUSTAINABILITY CAMPAIGN | Westbrook, ME | $125K | 2023 |
| Good Shepherd Food BankBIDDEFORD AREA FOOD ACCESS | Auburn, ME | $100K | 2023 |
| Jewish Community Alliance Of Southern MaineCHARLIE MILLER AWARD | Portland, ME | $75K | 2023 |
| Immigrant Legal Advocacy ProjectGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $50K | 2023 |
| Holocaust Human Rights Center Of MaineGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR HOLOCAUST EDUCATION | Augusta, ME | $50K | 2023 |
| Milestone RecoveryDETOX EXPANSION PROJECT | Portland, ME | $45K | 2023 |
| Foundation For Portland Public SchoolsMAKE IT HAPPEN! EXPANSION | Portland, ME | $45K | 2023 |
| Maine Equal JusticeOPERATING SUPPORT | Hallowell, ME | $40K | 2023 |
| Southern Maine Agency On AgingPROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELLBEING OF OLDER ADULTS IN SOUTHERN MAINE | Biddeford, ME | $40K | 2023 |
| Maine Children'S AllianceADVANCING CHILD HEALTH AND WELFARE | Augusta, ME | $40K | 2023 |
| Maine Association For The Education Of Young ChildrenRIGHT FROM THE START COALITION | Augusta, ME | $33K | 2023 |
| University Of Southern Maine FoundationUNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE'S CENTER FOR TEACHING INNOVATION | Portland, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| Biddeford Food PantryBIDDEFORD FOOD PANTRY | Biddeford, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| The Jewish Federations Of North America2023 ISRAEL EMERGENCY FUND | New York, NY | $30K | 2023 |
| Seeds Of Hope Neighborhood CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Biddeford, ME | $30K | 2023 |
| The Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Portland ConnectedOPERATING SUPPORT 2024 | Portland, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Hope ActsOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Intercultural Community CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Westbrook, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Maine Coast Fishermen'S AssociationFISHERMEN FEEDING MAINERS | Brunswick, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Hospice Of Southern MaineOPERATING SUPPORT & GOSNELL ENERGY EFFICIENCY | Scarborough, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Full Plates Full PotentialGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE IN CUMBERLAND AND YORK COUNTIES | Brunswick, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Northeast Hearing And Speech CenterEXPANDING HEARING & SPEECH SERVICES FOR YOUNG CHILDREN | Amherst, MA | $25K | 2023 |
| Portland Recovery Community CenterOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Maine Children'S Cancer ProgramTHE SAM L COHEN PATIENT CARE AND FAMILY FUND | Portland, ME | $25K | 2023 |
| Through These DoorsOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Disability Rights MaineOPERATING SUPPORT | Augusta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Apex Youth ConnectionAPEX FUTURE FOCUS CENTER | Biddeford, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Maine Historical Society"MAINE'S MUSIC STORY" EXHIBITION EDUCATIONAL & PUBLIC PROGRAMMING | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Portland Public LibraryCOMMUNITY CURATORS/CREATORS | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Foundation For A Strong Maine EconomyOPERATING SUPPORT FOR FOCUSMAINE | Augusta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Ecology Education IncEXPANDING THE AGROECOLOGY FOR RESILIENT COMMUNITIES PROJECT (THE ARC PROJECT) | Saco, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Starting StrongOPERATING SUPPORT 2024 | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Mid Coast Hunger Prevention ProgramFOOD PANTRY | Brunswick, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Dempsey Center For Quality Cancer CareDIRECT CLIENT SERVICES - SOUTH PORTLAND | Auburn, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Maine Women'S Lobby Education FundCIVIC EDUCATION AND ENGAGEMENT | Augusta, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Maine InitiativesMAINE ASYLUM SEEKER CRISIS - RESPONSE FUND TO SUPPORT IMMIGRANT-LED ORGANIZATIONS | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Robbie FoundationADAPTIVE EQUIPMENT/ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY/THERAPY TREATMENT PROGRAM (AAT) | Scarborough, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Greater Portland HealthGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $20K | 2023 |
| Maine AudubonPAID SUMMER PROJECTS FOR TEENS: LIVING SCHOOLYARDS AT PORTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS | Portland, ME | $18K | 2023 |
| Space GalleryGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $18K | 2023 |
| Side X Side IncOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| RippleffectRIPPLEFFECT OUTDOOR COMMUNITY CENTER | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Restorative Justice Institute Of MaineGENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | Brunswick, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Ladder To The Moon NetworkCAPACITY BUILDING LADDER TO THE MOON NETWORK | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Levey Day SchoolTUITION ASSISTANCE/FINANCIAL AID | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |
| Greater Portland Peer ServicesOPERATING SUPPORT | Portland, ME | $15K | 2023 |