Simmons Foundation - PerkinsThompson
Historical FunderPortland, Maine · EIN 01-0277832 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2024)$180K
Organizations funded68
Typical grant$2,500
Total assets$3.6M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $2,000 and $3,000.
From the return
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2024):
| Contact | Paul Rausch co Perkins Thompson |
|---|---|
| Address | One Canal Plaza, Portland ME 04101 |
| Phone | 2077742635 |
| Form and materials | See attached schedule |
| Deadlines | There are no submission deadlines |
| Restrictions | See attached schedule |
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
0% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2024
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Maine Scholarship Dept | Portland, ME | Scholarships | $10,000 |
| Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries | Stonington, ME | Education andWorkforce DevelopmentPrograms | $5,000 |
| Central Lincoln County YMCA | Damariscotta, ME | Cooking Classes | $5,000 |
| Gould Academy | Bethel, ME | Scholarship | $5,000 |
| Foundation for Portland Public Schools | Portland, ME | Mobile OpticalServices | $5,000 |
| Portland Symphony Orchestra | Portland, ME | Kinder Concerts | $5,000 |
| Camp Susan Curtis | Portland, ME | Camperships | $4,000 |
| Frannie Peabody Center | Portland, ME | Community Outreachand EducationInitiatives | $4,000 |
| Mount Desert Nursing Association | Northeast Harbor, ME | Medical Supplies | $4,000 |
| Community Clinical Services Inc | Lewiston, ME | Interpreter Services | $4,000 |
| VOA Northern New England | Brunswick, ME | Camperships | $4,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Mid Maine | Camden, ME | School BasedMentoring Program | $4,000 |
| The Iris Network | Portland, ME | Assistive Devices | $4,000 |
| Junior Achievement of Maine | Portland, ME | Program Supplies | $3,500 |
| Inn Along the Way | Damariscotta, ME | Death Wings Project | $3,300 |
| Hospice of Southern Maine | Scarborough, ME | Hospice Training | $3,000 |
| Big Brothers Big Sisters of Southern Maine | Westbrook, ME | Mentoring Programs | $3,000 |
| Mid-Coast Recovery Coalition | Camden, ME | Equipment Maintenance | $3,000 |
| Southern Maine Agency on Aging | Biddeford, ME | Food | $3,000 |
| Maine State Society for the Protection of Animals | South Windham, ME | Mentorship Program | $3,000 |
| Robbie Foundation | Scarborough, ME | Adaptive Equipment | $3,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity 7 Rivers Maine | Bath, ME | Home Repairs | $3,000 |
| Augusta Teen Center for the Boys & Girls Club | Augusta, ME | Computer Workstations | $3,000 |
| Preble Street | Portland, ME | Preble StreetTeen Services | $3,000 |
| Seeds of Hope Neighborhood Center | Biddeford, ME | Overnight Program | $3,000 |
| MCH Inc | Rockland, ME | Meals on Wheels | $3,000 |
| Community Dental | Portland, ME | Oral Healthcare | $3,000 |
| Kennebec Behavioral Health | Waterville, ME | Social Services | $2,500 |
| USM Foundation Osher Map Library | Portland, ME | MultilingualEducationalMaterials | $2,500 |
| Kennebunkport Historical Society | Kennebunkport, ME | HVAC Repairs inthe KHS Pasco Center | $2,500 |
| The Waldo Theatre | Waldoboro, ME | InterACTProgram | $2,500 |
| The Northern Lighthouse Inc | Presque Isle, ME | Youth EmergencyShelter and TransitionalLiving Program | $2,500 |
| Eastern Area Agency on Aging | Brewer, ME | Meals on Wheels | $2,500 |
| YMCA of Auburn-Lewiston | Auburn, ME | Outdoor PlayEquipment | $2,500 |
| Portland Stage | Portland, ME | StorytellingProgram | $2,500 |
| Spurwink | Portland, ME | Childrens MentalHealth Services | $2,500 |
| Bangor Region YMCA | Bangor, ME | Food to FeedThe Children | $2,500 |
| Camp Beech Cliff | Mount Desert, ME | Camperships | $2,000 |
| Greater Portland Immigrant Welcome Center | Portland, ME | Language Services | $2,000 |
| Maine Equal Justice Partners Inc | Augusta, ME | Translation Services | $2,000 |
| Locker Project | Portland, ME | Food Assistance | $2,000 |
| Boys & Girls Clubs of Southern Maine | Portland, ME | Programs | $2,000 |
| Community Organizing Alliance | Augusta, ME | Civics ActionProgram | $2,000 |
| Riding To The Top Therapeutic Riding Center | Windham, ME | Financial aid forchildren from lowincome households | $2,000 |
| Habitat for Humanity of Greater Portland | Portland, ME | Critical HomeRepairs | $2,000 |
| Waterville Area Soup Kitchen | Waterville, ME | Food | $2,000 |
| Maine Humanities Council | Portland, ME | Department ofCorrections Program | $2,000 |
| The Cromwell Center for Disabilities | Portland, ME | Activity Supplies | $2,000 |
| Maine Jewish Film Festival | Portland, ME | GeneralOrganizationalNeeds | $2,000 |
| St Josephs Hospital | Bangor, ME | Phones | $2,000 |
| Rett's Roost | Ogunquit, ME | Lodging, Food,Drink, and Activities | $2,000 |
| South Portland Food Cupboard | South Portland, ME | GeneralOrganizationalNeeds | $2,000 |
| The Center for Grieving Children | Portland, ME | InterculteralPeer SupportProgram | $2,000 |
| Good Shepherd Food Bank | Auburn, ME | Food | $1,500 |
| Bridging The Gap | Augusta, ME | Winter WarmthProgram | $1,500 |
| Augusta Food Bank | Augusta, ME | Food | $1,500 |
| Denmark Arts Center | Denmark, ME | Tables and Chairs | $1,500 |
| Childrens Oral Health Network | Yarmouth, ME | Dental HealthBooks | $1,500 |
| College Guild | Brunswick, ME | Copier | $1,400 |
| Tear Cap Workshops | Hiram, ME | Raise TheRoof Campaign | $1,000 |
Showing the 60 largest of 68 grants to organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $179,700 | 68 |
| 2023 | $172,500 | 53 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2024, filed Nov 15, 2025 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202543199349101104
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 01-0277832
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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