The Bob Crewe Foundation A/K/A Crewe Foundation
Historical FunderFalmouth, Maine · EIN 38-4008387 · Private foundation · Website
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $50,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | THE BOB CREWE FOUNDATION |
|---|---|
| Address | 267 US ROUTE 1 APT 309, FALMOUTH ME 04105 |
| Phone | 2078294341 |
| INFO@BOBCREWEFOUNDATION.ORG | |
| Form and materials | SEE HTTPS://CREWE.FOUNDATION/APPLY/ FOR APPLICATION INFORMATION. |
| Deadlines | SEE HTTPS://CREWE.FOUNDATION/APPLY/ FOR SUBMISSION DEADLINES. |
| Restrictions | SEE HTTPS://CREWE.FOUNDATION/APPLY/ FOR AWARD RESTRICTIONS OR LIMITATIONS. |
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
3% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| University of Southern Maine Foundation | Portland, ME | Operating support | $500,000 |
| University of Southern Maine Foundation | Portland, ME | Operating support | $358,000 |
| Maine College of Art & Design | Portland, ME | Operating support | $300,000 |
| Maine Public | Bangor, ME | Operating support | $100,000 |
| University of Southern Maine Foundation | Portland, ME | Bob crewe memorabilia | $57,545 |
| 317 Main Community Music Center | Yarmouth, ME | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Mitchell Institute | Portland, ME | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Palaver Strings | Portland, ME | Operating support | $50,000 |
| Breakwater Learning | Portland, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Equality Maine | Portland, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Full Plates Full Potential | Brunswick, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Out Maine | Rockland, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Portland Museum of Art | Portland, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| Portland Symphony Orchestra | Portland, ME | Operating support | $25,000 |
| 317 Main Community Music Center | Yarmouth, ME | Operating support | $20,000 |
| 240 Strings | Portland, ME | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Aclu of Maine | Portland, ME | Operating support | $10,000 |
| Opera Maine | Portland, ME | Operating support | $10,000 |
| A Company of Girls | Portland, ME | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Mitchell Institute | Portland, ME | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Portland Chamber Music Festival | Portland, ME | Operating support | $5,000 |
| The G&lr | Boston, MA | Operating support | $5,000 |
| Equality Maine | Portland, ME | Operating support | $2,500 |
| Ripple Effect | Portland, ME | Operating support | $2,000 |
| University of Southern Maine Foundation | Portland, ME | Operating support | $2,000 |
| C&c Land Trust | Cumberland, ME | Operating support | $1,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,693,045 | 26 |
| 2024 | $821,900 | 23 |
| 2023 | $729,360 | 17 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 15, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202621359349102587
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 38-4008387
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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