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The Moosemoss Foundation is a private corporation based in BOSTON, MA. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2008. The principal officer is Acadia Management Co Inc.. It holds total assets of $2.8M. Annual income is reported at $927K. Total assets have grown from $1.1M in 2011 to $2.6M in 2023. The foundation is governed by 6 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2023. Grantmaking is concentrated in Maine. According to available records, The Moosemoss Foundation has made 90 grants totaling $1.5M, with a median grant of $17K. Annual giving has grown from $373K in 2020 to $730K in 2022. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $40K, with an average award of $17K. The foundation has supported 11 unique organizations. Grant recipients are concentrated in Maine. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$5K
Median Grant
$13K
Average Grant
$16K
Largest Grant
$40K
Based on 8 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.
The Moosemoss Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 90 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ME.
The Moosemoss Foundation has distributed a total of $1.5M across 90 grants. The median grant size is $17K, with an average of $17K. Individual grants have ranged from $3K to $40K.
The application deadline is APPLICATIONS MAY BE SUBMITTED AT ANY TIME.. Preference is given to charitable organizations that the donor and members of their family have historically supported, as well as referrals made by family members. To the extent that funds are available, applications from other organizations are considered.
The Moosemoss Foundation is headquartered in BOSTON, MA.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| David H Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Alice N Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Bradford S Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Howard B Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Katharine F Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
| Richard L Wellman | TRUSTEE | $0 | $0 | N/A |
Total Giving
$203K
Total Assets
$2.6M
Fair Market Value
$3.6M
Net Worth
$2.6M
Grants Paid
$162K
Contributions
$2K
Net Investment Income
$294K
Distribution Amount
$170K
Total: $2.3M
Total Grants
90
Total Giving
$1.5M
Average Grant
$17K
Median Grant
$17K
Unique Recipients
11
Most Common Grant
$10K
of 2022 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Sea Coast MissionFOR THE EDGE PROGRAM IN SUPPORT OF THE AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM AT THE ROSE M. GAFFNEY SCHOOL IN MACHIAS. | Bar Harbor, ME | $40K | 2022 |
| Penobscot Marine MuseumTO BE USED TO SUPPORT THE PENOBSCOT MARINE MUSEUM INTERNSHIP PROGRAM. | Searsport, ME | $22K | 2022 |
| Rsu 24 Medical PathwaysUSED TO SUPPORT PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT, STUDENT TRAVEL AND PERSONAL SUPPLIES ASSISTANCE, LOANER LAPTOPS, LAB SUPPLIES AND CONSUMABLES, LAB EQUIPMENT, BOOKS AND STUDY PACKET MATERIALS. | Ellsworth, ME | $20K | 2022 |
| Schoodic InstituteTO SUPPORT THE "BUILDING COMMUNITY STEWARDSHIP OF INTERTIDAL RESOURCES" PROJECT WITH PARTIAL FUNDING OF TWO 10-WEEK INTERNSHIPS, SCIENTIST MENTORING OF INTERNS AND ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT AS REQUESTED IN A LETTER DATED SEPTEMBER 7, 2022. | Winter Harbor, ME | $17K | 2022 |
| Rsu 24 Marine PathwaysIN SUPPORT OF THE 2022-2023 SUMNER MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL MARITIME STUDIES PROGRAM. | Sullivan, ME | $14K | 2022 |
| Community Closet EllsworthTO BE USED FOR HANCOCK COUNTY COMMUNITY OUTREACH FOR HOLIDAY MEALS, HOLIDAY GIFTS, BOREDOM BAG PROGRAM AND SCHOOL CHILDREN'S NECESSITIES FUND. | Franklin, ME | $10K | 2022 |
| Loaves And Fishes Food PantryFOR SUPPORT OF OUTFITTING THE TEACHING KITCHEN. | Ellsworth, ME | $10K | 2022 |
| Emmaus Homeless ShelterFOR GENERAL OPERATING FUNDS FOR THE CHARITY | Ellsworth, ME | $10K | 2022 |
| Rsu 24 ScubaTO SUPPORT THE SUMMER SCUBA PROGRAM. | Sullivan, ME | $3K | 2022 |