Burns Family Foundation Inc
Invitation OnlyDamariscotta, Maine · EIN 46-5671844 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1M
Organizations funded34
Typical grant$17,816
Total assets$9.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $25,000.
From the return
How to apply
On its return for tax year 2025 the foundation checked the box saying it only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests for funds.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
8% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Lincoln County Ambulance Service | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $200,000 |
| Town of South Bristol Maine | South Bristol, ME | Elementary school enrichment programs | $140,550 |
| Lincoln Academy | Newcastle, ME | General operations support and scholarships | $125,000 |
| Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Institute | Portland, ME | Programs in linoln county schools | $50,000 |
| Community Energy Fund of Lincoln County | Bristol, ME | Heating oil and energy assistance | $35,000 |
| Fowa Animal Rescue Inc | Wayne, NJ | Support of veterinary program | $30,000 |
| Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation | Bloomfield, CT | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Hearty Roots | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Midcoast Humane Society | Brunswick, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Stepping Stone Housing Inc | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $25,000 |
| Lifeflight of Maine | Bangor, ME | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Coastal Rivers Conservation Trust | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Darrowby Farm Sanctuary | Jefferson, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Mission Working Dogs | Oxford, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Mobius Inc | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Service Dog Strong | Denmark, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Miles Memorial Hospital League Thrift Store | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $20,000 |
| Lincoln County Dental Inc | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $17,816 |
| A Life Line | Smyrna Center, ME | Support of operations | $15,000 |
| Good Shepard Food Bank | Auburn, ME | Support of operations | $15,000 |
| Lincoln County Television & Media Center | Newcastle, ME | Operational support | $15,000 |
| Mainehealth | Portland, ME | Support for miles campus | $15,000 |
| Central Lincoln County Adult & Community Education | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $13,250 |
| Caring for Kids in Bristol | New Harbor, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Carpenter's Boat Shop | Pemaquid, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Chip Inc | New Harbor, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Coastal Kids Preschool | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Healthy Lincoln County | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Rutherford Library Association | South Bristol, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| Skidompha Library Association | Damariscotta, ME | Support of operations | $10,000 |
| The Lincoln Home | Newcastle, ME | Residents financial assistance fund | $10,000 |
| Kieve-Wavus Education Inc | Jefferson, ME | Operational support | $10,000 |
| Helping Hands | Round Pond, FL | Support of operations | $5,000 |
| Veggies to Table | Newcastle, ME | Operational support | $5,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,016,616 | 34 |
| 2024 | $662,000 | 30 |
| 2023 | $1,001,345 | 31 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Sep 2, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602459349100900
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 46-5671844
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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