Helen R Coe Trust
Historical FunderFryeburg, Maine · EIN 01-0351827 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $3,000 and $9,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | COE GOVERNING COMMITTEE |
|---|---|
| Address | PO BOX 185, CENTER LOVELL ME 04016 |
| Phone | 2079256272 |
| NONE | |
| Form and materials | FOR SCHOLARSHIPS: PROOF OF RESIDENCY IN LOVELL, ME; ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE; ACHIEVEMENT TEST SCORES; TEACHER RECOMMENDATION. FOR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS LETTER REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FOR A SPECIFIC CHARITABLE PURPOSE. |
| Deadlines | SUBMISSION DEADLINES ARE JULY 1 FOR SCHOLARSHIP REQUESTS AND JANUARY 1 FOR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS |
| Restrictions | FOR LITERARY, EDUCATIONAL, SCIENTIFIC, MUSICAL, CIVIC, RELIGIOUS OR PUBLIC BENEFIT PURPOSES THAT WOULD BE OF ASSISTANCE TO THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE INHABITANTS OF THE TOWN OF LOVELL, ME. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
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 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lovell Recreation Department | Lovell, ME | Support of local youth program transportation costs | $12,000 |
| University of Maine | Orono, ME | Scholarship - courtney dutton | $10,000 |
| Paul Smith College | Paul Smiths, NY | Scholarship - jade blood | $9,000 |
| University of Maine | Orono, ME | Scholarship - william fitzgerald | $9,000 |
| University of Maine | Orono, ME | Scholarship - shelby purslow | $9,000 |
| University of Southern Maine | Portland, ME | Scholarship - alanna nataluk | $9,000 |
| Maine Maritime Academy | Castine, ME | Scholarship - austin dorner | $9,000 |
| Fryeburg Rescue | Fryeburg, ME | Funding for local emergency rescue squad radio system | $8,215 |
| Lovell Brick Church for the Performing Arts | Lovell, ME | Local theater renovation and equipment | $8,215 |
| Lovell Historical Society | Lovell, ME | Support of local historical society property maintenance | $8,215 |
| Lovell United Church | Lovell, ME | Support of local church community kitchen improvements | $8,215 |
| Thomas College | Waterville, ME | Scholarship - caleb miklon | $7,000 |
| University of Maine - Augusta | Augusta, ME | Scholarship - kaitlynn tibbetts | $5,308 |
| University of Southern Maine | Portland, ME | Scholarship - caleigh crowe | $4,079 |
| New Suncook School | Lovell, ME | Support of local elementary school programs | $4,000 |
| Sunshine Backpack Food Program | Brownfield, ME | Support of local youth food program | $4,000 |
| Maine Electrical Institute | Portland, ME | Scholarship - jordan dutton | $3,500 |
| New Suncook PTA | Lovell, ME | Support of local elementary school alternative learning program costs | $3,000 |
| University of Massachusetts - Dartmouth | Dartmouth, MA | Scholarship - haden fox | $2,500 |
| Kennebec Girl Scouts Council | Bridgton, ME | Support of youth program costs | $2,000 |
| Lewis Dana Hill Memorial Library | Lovell, ME | Support of local library maintenance | $1,000 |
| Thomas College | Waterville, ME | Scholarship - caleb michlon | $1,000 |
| Sweden Food Pantry | Sweden, ME | Support of local food pantry | $1,000 |
| Returned Grant - University of Maine | Orono, ME | Returned scholarship | -$8,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $130,247 | 24 |
| 2023 | $139,867 | 22 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Feb 11, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202610429349100306
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-0351827
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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