Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund
Forecasted
Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund supports organizations serving vulnerable communities in six Maine areas, funding education, health care, food security, housing-related relief, and connected legal services.
Funder: Maine Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): May 2028 (LOI) | July 2028 (Invited application)
Funding Amounts: Two-year grants: up to $20,000 annually for general support or $5,000 annually for project support
Summary: Supports organizations and projects serving disadvantaged, underserved, and vulnerable communities in six designated Maine areas.
Key Information: General support requires at least two prior awards from this fund; project support serves first-time applicants and one-time grantees.
Description
The Frances Hollis Brain Foundation Fund, managed by Maine Community Foundation, supports organizations and projects serving disadvantaged, underserved, and vulnerable communities. Its geographic focus is Lewiston/Auburn, Biddeford/Saco, Sanford, Brunswick, Bath, and Greater Portland. Statewide organizations and initiatives may also apply when their work impacts these communities.
The fund’s priorities include education, health care, homelessness alleviation, hunger prevention and food security, and legal services connected with these areas. Education support targets early childhood care, early reading and math readiness, and after-school and summer learning. Health care support focuses on community clinics, safety net providers, and oral health. Two-year general support provides flexible funding for programs and operations, including capital expenses, while project support is available to applicants with limited or no prior funding from this fund.
