Margaret Chase Smith Foundation
Invitation OnlyPortland, Maine · EIN 01-0388680 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $1,707 and $3,500.
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
50% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tunnel to Towers Foundation | Staten Island, MI | Donation in Memory of John Bernier. | $3,500 |
| School Trip Fund and Teacher Worksh | Skowhegan, ME | Education Fund - School Trips to Library and Teacher Workshops | $1,707 |
The return also lists 1 grant to individuals ($1,950). We do not publish the names of individual recipients.
Grants approved for future payment
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| School Trip Fund and Teacher Worksh | Skowhegan, ME | Education Fund - School Trips to Library and Teacher Workshops | $6,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,157 | 6 |
| 2024 | $34,530 | 13 |
| 2023 | $34,154 | 13 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 12, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641329349101409
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-0388680
- Profile updated Nov 7, 2026
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