Thomas D Shaffner Charitable Foundation
Invitation OnlyPortland, Maine · EIN 81-6164645 · Private foundation
Grants paid (2025)$455K
Organizations funded6
Typical grant$60,000
Total assets$9.7M
Half of its grants to organizations were between $25,000 and $110,000.
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
0% of grants went outside Maine.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Recovery Fund | Portland, ME | Operational support | $175,000 |
| Fryeburg Academy | Fryeburg, ME | Operational support | $110,000 |
| Pequawket Valley Health Initiatives | Fryeburg, ME | Operational support | $75,000 |
| University of Maine | Orono, ME | Operational support | $60,000 |
| Eastern Slope Airport Academy | Fryeburg, ME | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Fryeburg Academy | Fryeburg, ME | Operational support | $10,000 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $455,000 | 6 |
| 2024 | $418,100 | 6 |
| 2023 | $385,000 | 6 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed May 14, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202641349349100029
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 81-6164645
- Profile updated Nov 5, 2026
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