MCAN catalyzes transformative education and action in response to the climate crisis. We seek to honor, unite and amplify the voices of youth, frontline communities, and others historically excluded from the climate conversation and positions of power. We hold social, racial, and economic justice as critical to the transition to zero carbon emissions by 2030, and demand the equitable implementation of clean renewable energy, ecological land-use practices.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$358K
+24.1% YoY
Annual Giving
$55K
Grant Count
1
Avg Grant Size
$55K
About Maine Climate Action Now
Based on IRS filings
Maine Climate Action Now is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in AUGUSTA, ME. IRS filing data is available from 2023 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $358K in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grants totaling $55K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
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Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $358,311 | $288,721 |
| Revenue | $485,922 | $370,967 |
| Expenses | $372,687 | $297,667 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | — | — |
| 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
1 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Maine Labor Climate Council co Maine Peoples Resource Center ($55,000).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Labor Climate Council co Maine Peoples Resource Center Portland, ME | Promotion of off-shore wind programs | $55,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ania Wright | President | 1 | — |
| Scott Vlaun | Treasurer | 1 | — |
| Johannah Blackman | Board member | 1 | — |
| Jane Brekke | Board member | 1 | — |
| Sergio Cahueque | Board member | 1 | — |
| Amy Eshoo | Executive Director (MCAN) | 25 | $63,818 |
| Elise Hartill | Executive Director (MYCJ), Secretary | 40 | $62,297 |
| Zakary Kendall | Co-Executive Director (MYCJ) | 20 | $32,470 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maine Climate Action Now?
Maine Climate Action Now is a nonprofit organization focused on Environment & Animals, based in AUGUSTA, ME. It holds $358K in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Maine Climate Action Now?
As of 2024, Maine Climate Action Now holds $358K in total assets with $486K in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $55K in 2024.
Where does Maine Climate Action Now operate?
Maine Climate Action Now has awarded grants in Maine.
What size grants does Maine Climate Action Now award?
In 2024, Maine Climate Action Now awarded 1 grants totaling $55K — an average of about $55K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Maine Climate Action Now's EIN?
Maine Climate Action Now's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 88-2891721. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2023–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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