The LifeFlight Foundation (LFF) is an independent nonprofit organization governed by a Board comprised of business and community leaders from across Maine. The Foundation secures resources for Maine's major air medical and critical care transport needs including: infrastructure such as hospital helipads, airport runways and fueling systems, aviation weather systems, instrument flight systems, communication systems; the capital acquisition of specialized medical equipment and technology; the capital acquisition of medical aircraft and ground vehicles; and the provision of continuing medical education for hospital and EMS personnel throughout Maine.Additionally, the Foundation is responsible for raising statewide awareness about LifeFlight of Maine and the Foundation, which it accomplishes through a comprehensive media and communication strategy and strategic partnerships.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$8.1M
+18.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.2M
-80.8% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$1.2M
-80.8% YoY
About LifeFlight Foundation
Based on IRS filings
LifeFlight Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Health, based in AUGUSTA, ME. IRS filing data is available from 2020 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $8.1M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grants totaling $1.2M. Net investment income was $171K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $8,070,324 | $6,819,568 | $10,633,426 |
| Revenue | $3,353,427 | $3,529,967 | $7,601,878 |
| Expenses | $2,432,258 | $7,518,297 | $3,001,023 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $171,323 | $92,573 | $18,050 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
5 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include LifeFlight of Maine ($1,230,403).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| LifeFlight of Maine Bangor, ME | Fundraising and public relations, support for statewide critical medical response | $1,230,403 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zachary Brandwein | Chair | 2.5 | — |
| Quentin Walz | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Cynthia J Williams | Secretary | 1 | — |
| David Berez | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Daniel R Daigneault | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Diane Danielson | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Brian Elowe | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Chris Fife | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Karen Ford | Director | 1 | — |
| David G Humm | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Dayana Krawchuk PhD | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Rachel Malcolm | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Robert Montgomery-Rice | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Lori Beth Schwartz | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Linda Varrell | Director | 0.5 | — |
| Richard J Marshuetz | Past Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Kathleen O'Halloran | Executive Director | 60 | — |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is LifeFlight Foundation?
LifeFlight Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Health, based in AUGUSTA, ME. It holds $8.1M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is LifeFlight Foundation?
As of 2024, LifeFlight Foundation holds $8.1M in total assets with $3.4M in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $1.2M in 2024.
Where does LifeFlight Foundation operate?
LifeFlight Foundation has awarded grants in Maine.
What size grants does LifeFlight Foundation award?
In 2024, LifeFlight Foundation awarded 1 grants totaling $1.2M — an average of about $1.2M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is LifeFlight Foundation's EIN?
LifeFlight Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 52-2377085. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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