Ray of Hope Foundation
Invitation OnlyFalmouth, Maine · EIN 05-6149197 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$1.2M
Organizations funded5
Typical grant$50,000
Total assets$5,732
Half of its grants to organizations were between $10,000 and $125,000.
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
60% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA | Portland Campus Development Fund | $1,000,000 |
| STARability Foundation | Naples, FL | General Support | $125,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine | Westbrook, ME | General Support | $50,000 |
| SNIP Collier Inc | Naples, FL | Helping PAWS Medical Fund | $10,000 |
| University Southern Maine Foundation | Portland, ME | ROCC Gratitude Annual Scholarship | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,195,000 | 5 |
| 2024 | $355,000 | 3 |
| 2023 | $80,000 | 3 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641189349100219
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 05-6149197
- Profile updated Nov 6, 2026
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