Innovative Human Services Funding from Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or community-focused programs can seek support for new approaches to social problems, including those serving Maine. Creag Foundation supports creative solutions across areas like community and public safety; fire departments with qualifying, innovative initiatives may be eligible to submit a letter of inquiry by invitation.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Support for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting youth health, education, development, or welfare can receive up to US $15,000 for programs such as child advocacy, homelessness services, poverty relief, refugee enrichment, and environmental education. The Dan Paul Foundation supports these efforts nationally; Maine fire departments with youth-focused safety or outreach initiatives may be eligible.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits tackling major social or environmental challenges can receive up to US $300,000 from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation for scalable, systems-focused solutions. Fire departments and related organizations in Maine with innovative, measurable-impact models that benefit underserved communities and can expand beyond a single locality may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Grants for Maine Innovation
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Maine can access funding through Cisco Systems Foundation’s Global Impact Cash Grants. Awards up to US $100,000 support innovative, early-stage programs serving predominantly economically underserved communities, which may include fire departments or related partners advancing disaster relief, workforce readiness, or community resilience.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Maine Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can apply for more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, including in Maine. The William Randolph Hearst Foundation funds program and capital projects, prioritizing youth arts education, artist development, and STEAM initiatives that demonstrate measurable, lasting impact and broad reach.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Community Grants in Maine
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, and preventive health. Focused on community well-being, Labcorp Charitable Foundation invites eligible organizations, including those supporting fire department outreach or safety education, to apply; requests are reviewed in March and September.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Maine DACF Water Access Grants in Maine
Fire departments and local governments in Maine can seek funding to acquire small parcels or public access rights that create or improve public access to lakes, ponds, rivers, and coastal waters. Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry support may benefit departments developing boat launches, bank access, or other water-based recreation and response sites.
Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry
Maine Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in Maine working on education for urban low-income children may be eligible for more than US $50,000 to support or scale projects. Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds initiatives that improve education, health, and family economic stability for children and youth in select U.S. communities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Health Grants in Maine
Maine fire departments and related emergency service organizations can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for programs that improve health care access, disaster relief, and support for vulnerable populations. Organizations working on humanitarian aid, medical services, or social services in communities they protect may be eligible within the foundation’s broader U.S. and international focus.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Maine Nonprofits
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine seeking support for charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs may be eligible for this U.S.-focused funding. Grants from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust help tax-exempt organizations with broadly beneficial, well-managed services; Maine fire departments with qualifying nonprofit status and community-serving initiatives could benefit.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine working on community development, housing, jobs, hunger, or related basic needs can seek sponsorship support for programs and events. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as preserving neighborhoods, workforce education, emergency shelter, arts and culture, environmental efforts, and diversity and inclusion, which may benefit fire departments’ community-focused projects.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian and Social Services Grants from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Grants from Gupta Family Foundation help Maine fire and emergency-related human and social services, poverty alleviation, disability support, or disaster relief programs when they meet the foundation’s mission, size, and non-sectarian criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
General Operating Grants for Nonprofits from Cowles Charitable Trust
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek up to US $10,000 for general operating support or programs in education, social justice, health, the arts, ethical journalism, and climate or medical research, including those in Maine. With a mission to further Gardner Cowles Jr.’s philanthropic legacy, Cowles Charitable Trust occasionally funds mission-aligned national efforts that may benefit fire service–related education or community programs.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Community Facilities Funding from USDA Rural Development
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribes in rural Maine can apply for USDA Rural Development’s Community Facilities funding to build, purchase, or improve essential community facilities and equipment. Fire departments in eligible rural areas may benefit for stations, vehicles, or public safety equipment through grants, low-interest loans, or combined financing.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Robinson Foundation Grants for Southern Programs
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Fire departments and related 501(c)(3) organizations serving communities in the Southern U.S. can seek support for disaster relief, medical assistance, poverty relief, and community services. Robinson Foundation supports programs with clear, tangible impact; Maine fire-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work and service area meet the foundation’s Southern-region criteria.
Robinson Foundation
Capacity-Building Grants for Maine Nonprofits from King Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Maine 501(c)(3) organizations, towns, fire or emergency aid departments, and school systems can seek funding to strengthen community programs and organizational capacity. With a mission to support libraries, literacy, information access, community health, and arts and culture, the Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation provides one-time grants of US $500 - US $50,000 that may benefit public safety and fire service initiatives.
The Stephen and Tabitha King Foundation
Maine Community Services Funding via Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in Maine can seek support for their programs through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation. The foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit fire departments or related public safety partners whose initiatives align with these focus areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Georgia-Pacific Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Focused on education, environment, entrepreneurship, and community enrichment, Georgia-Pacific Foundation invites Maine community-serving organizations and eligible public entities to apply for project support. Fire departments in York County, Maine that are within 30 miles of a GP manufacturing community and meet these priorities may be eligible.
Georgia-Pacific Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Maine Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Maine located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth enrichment and workforce readiness, domestic violence safety, and related services. TJX Foundation supports community-focused programs that help vulnerable families and children build better futures; fire departments with qualifying community programs may be eligible.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Community and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Grants to support environmental and human services programs are available to 501(c)(3) public charities, public schools, and libraries, including those serving Maine communities. Grants from Lawrence Foundation help eligible organizations with general operating or project needs, typically awarding US $5,000 - US $10,000 as unrestricted support that may include reasonable indirect costs.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations in Maine offering community, cultural, educational, environmental, health, or social service programs can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support their work. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds museums, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife efforts, and other community-based initiatives that may benefit fire service-related outreach or education.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Grants for Maine Community Programs
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen communities, Ameriprise Financial provides Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for basic needs, community development, cultural enrichment, and volunteer-driven initiatives. U.S.-based organizations addressing hunger, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, or community vitality may be eligible, including fire departments or related agencies with qualifying programs and strong Ameriprise volunteer engagement.
Ameriprise Financial
Maine Community Programs Funding via Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Maine 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking project support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental programs can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation. U.S.-based organizations, including those with fire prevention, safety education, or community risk-reduction components, may be eligible for grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Firefighting and Community Funding from Narragansett Foundation
Applications due Apr 1, 2027
Fire departments and other eligible public agencies or 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Maine can apply for the Narragansett Number One Foundation’s grants to support start-up costs, special projects, capital needs, or general operations. Priority goes to organizations in Buxton and surrounding southern Maine communities, including fire and police departments, schools, libraries, parks, shelters, museums, and animal welfare groups.
Narragansett Number One Foundation
Community Services Funding from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing community programs in areas like economic stability, workforce development, health, and disaster relief may be eligible for project, operating, or capital support, including those serving Maine. O'Reilly Automotive Foundation supports organizations near its business locations, which can include fire departments’ nonprofit partners addressing disaster relief and essential community services.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Foundation Grants for Maine Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Maine leading strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award, which honors collaborations tackling significant social issues across the U.S. Fire departments engaged in cross-sector initiatives to improve community safety or cohesion could be competitive for this recognition-focused funding opportunity.
Mutual Of America Foundation