American Legion Department of Maine Foundation
To provide resources to programs and services of the American legion, department of Maine, that will enhance the lives of veterans, their families, children, and communities in the state of Maine.
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation at a glance
In short: American Legion Department of Maine Foundation gave $52K across 2 grants in 2025 (avg $26K), mostly in Maine. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $52,122
- Grants made (2025)
- 2
- Average grant
- $26,061
- Median grant
- $26,061
- Total assets
- $1,314,097
- +5.0% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Maine (100% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated October 2026.
Who American Legion Department of Maine Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 2 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was American Legion Post 0181 Wm R Bold ($40K). Together the top 2 received $52K.
Grant Size Distribution
2 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 2 grants of 2 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 2 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2025 it made 2 grants totaling $52K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| American Legion Post 0181 Wm R Bold Litchfield, ME | Program Support | $40,293 |
| American Legion - Maine Department Windlow, ME | Program Support | $11,829 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,314,097 | $69,378 | $69,222 | $52,122 | 2 | $1,313 |
| 2024 | $1,251,144 | $18,316 | $9,594 | — | — | — |
| 2023 | $230,345 | $233,161 | $61,783 | — | — | — |
| 2022 | $58,967 | $111,413 | $77,700 | — | — | — |
| 2021 | $25,254 | $21,299 | $10,443 | — | — | — |
About American Legion Department of Maine Foundation
Based on IRS filings
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Winslow, ME. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2025. As of 2025, the organization holds $1.3M in total assets. In 2025, it awarded 2 grants totaling $52K. Net investment income was $1K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation is led by Kirk Thurston, President since 2024 (on filings since 2023); none of the 10 officers listed in 2025 report compensation.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Kirk Thurston
President
Chairman → President, 2024
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Anthony Jordan
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Gregory Couture
Treasurer
Finance Director → Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2021
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Lloyd Woods
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Matthew Jabaut
Board Member
Board of Advisor → Board Member, 2022
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Rachael Currie
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Tommy Adkins
Board Member
On filings since 2021
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Jason Hall
Secretary
On filings since 2023
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Leroy McKenzie
Board Member
On filings since 2023
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Debra Couture
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
0.3 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Paul L'heureux (2021–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Eugene Connolly (2022–2023) — Finance Director
- Former: Amedeo Lauria (2021–2022) — Board Member
- Former: Randall Kluj (2021–2022) — Chairman
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2021–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about American Legion Department of Maine Foundation
How much does American Legion Department of Maine Foundation give each year?
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation gave $52K across 2 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990.
How large is American Legion Department of Maine Foundation?
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation reported $1.3M in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $69K.
What is American Legion Department of Maine Foundation?
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Winslow, ME. It holds $1.3M in total assets as of 2025.
Where does American Legion Department of Maine Foundation operate?
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation has awarded grants in Maine.
What is American Legion Department of Maine Foundation's EIN?
American Legion Department of Maine Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-4285476. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2025.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS March 16, 2026)
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