E S & M J Mayer Foundation
Invitation OnlyHallowell, Maine · EIN 01-0367057 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $200 and $200.
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
20% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Common Foundation | Amherst, MA | Annual support | $5,100 |
| Temple Beth El | Augusta, ME | Annual support | $200 |
| Friends of Lithgow Library | Auburn, ME | Annual support | $200 |
| Community of Literary Magazines | Portland, ME | Annual support | $200 |
| Kennebec Land Trust | Portland, ME | Annual support | $150 |
The return also lists 2 grants to individuals ($250). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,100 | 7 |
| 2024 | $6,915 | 10 |
| 2023 | $4,605 | 26 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Aug 19, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202602319349100805
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-0367057
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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