Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps
Maine Youth Camping Foundation is a public charity based in Portland, Maine, that supports children’s experiences through activities intended to enhance the quality and effectiveness of Maine’s youth camps. Maine Summer Camps describes itself as the public face of the foundation and serves camps, camp-seeking families, and camp professionals.
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps at a glance
In short: Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps gave $93K across 31 grants in 2025 (avg $3K), mostly in Maine. Source: 2025 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2025)
- $93,475
- +74.5% vs 2024
- Grants made (2025)
- 31
- +342.9% vs 2024
- Average grant
- $3,015
- -60.6% vs 2024
- Median grant
- $2,250
- Total assets
- $651,237
- +1.2% vs 2024
- Primary geography
- Maine (81% of itemized 2025 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2025 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2025; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps
- Contact
Mailing address: PO Box 1861, Portland, ME 04104
Phone: (207) 518-9557
Website: https://mainecamps.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2025
The largest 2025 recipient was Camp Mechuwna ($7K). Together the top 10 received $51K.
Grant Size Distribution
50 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 50 grants of 50 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
In 2025, 81% of grant dollars went to recipients in Maine, 15% to Massachusetts, and 4% to New Hampshire.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2025 grant dollars across all 31 itemized grants.
Cities
How Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps gives
- Giving grew 367% from 2022 to 2025. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2021 to 2025, annual grant giving ranged from $20K (2022) to $93K (2025). In 2025 it made 31 grants totaling $93K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Camp Mechuwna Winthrop, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $7,000 |
| Agassiz Village Framingham, MA | To support Maine summer camper programs | $6,750 |
| YMCA Camp of Maine Winthrop, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $6,750 |
| The Summer Camp Bridgton, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $6,500 |
| Camp Bishopswood (Episcopal Diocese) Hope, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $6,250 |
| University of Maine 4-H Camp at Greenland South Portland, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $4,575 |
| West End House Boys Camp Chocorua, NH | To support Maine summer camper programs | $3,500 |
| West End House Girls Camp Allston, MA | To support Maine summer camper programs | $3,500 |
| Camp Chewonki Wiscasset, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $3,000 |
| Kieve Wavus Education Inc Nobleboro, ME | To support Maine summer camper programs | $3,000 |
Ready to take the next step with Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps?
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $651,237 | $428,518 | $435,918 | $93,475 | 31 | $15,914 |
| 2024 | $643,416 | $358,401 | $384,807 | $53,580 | 7 | $3,198 |
| 2023 | $475,185 | $364,753 | $380,592 | $58,330 | 7 | $1,894 |
| 2022 | $519,454 | $242,997 | $230,710 | $20,000 | 2 | $10,040 |
| 2021 | $512,664 | $200,380 | $214,954 | $32,500 | 3 | $5,954 |
| 2020 | $462,768 | $288,821 | $237,963 | — | — | $8,923 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The foundation’s mission is “to support and promote meaningful developmental, educational, environmental, and recreational experiences for children by engaging in activities that enhance the quality and effectiveness of Maine’s youth camps.”
Its reported programs include the Junior Maine Guide Training Program, which teaches outdoor living skills and is described as fostering confidence, leadership, collaboration, team-building, and environmental stewardship. More than 2,700 people have earned the certification since the program began. The foundation also publishes a directory of Maine children’s camps and provides programs, workshops, and resources for camp leadership.
Its 2025 grants supported summer camper programs. Among the recipients, The Summer Camp says it provides a no-cost residential summer camp experience for low-income and foster girls; West End House Girls Camp describes its work as supporting girls’ growth into healthy, productive, and responsible women. Pine Island Camp describes its work as summer camp and related educational programs, while Kieve Wavus Education says it uses year-round experiential programs to promote kindness, respect, and environmental stewardship.
Grantmaking
In filing year 2025, the foundation reported 31 grants totaling $93,475. Awards ranged from $860 to $7,000, with a median of $2,250. Its largest reported grants included $7,000 to Camp Mechuwna, $6,750 each to Agassiz Village and YMCA Camp of Maine, and $6,500 to The Summer Camp. The stated purpose for these grants was to support Maine summer camper programs.
Other reported awards included $6,250 to Camp Bishopswood, $4,575 to the University of Maine 4-H Camp at Greenland, $3,500 each to West End House Boys Camp and West End House Girls Camp, and $3,000 each to Camp Chewonki, Kieve Wavus Education, and Pine Island Camp.
The foundation reported grants totaling $53,580 across 7 grants in 2024, and $58,330 across 7 grants in 2023.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Officers and directors listed on the 2025 filing are Terri Mulks, President; Matt Pines, Past President; Karen Malm, Vice President; Fritz Seving, Treasurer; Matt Cornish, Secretary; and board members Garth Altenburg, Steven Bernstein, Laura Jo Cunningham, Jessica Decke, and Richard Deering.
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps is led by Lucy Norvell, Executive Director on every filing since 2024; 1 of 24 officers listed in 2025 is compensated.
Officers on the 2025 filing
Lucy Norvell
Executive Director
On filings since 2024
30 hrs/week
$66K (2024) → $81K (2025)
Terri Mulks
President
Secretary → Vice President, 2022
Vice President → President, 2025
On filings since 2020
3.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Arleen Shepherd
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Beigette Gill
Board Member
President → Past President, 2022
Past President → Board Member, 2025
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Catriona Sagster
Board Member
Past President → Board Member, 2022
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Fritz Seving
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
0.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Garth Altenburg
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Karen Malm
Vice President
Board Member → Secretary, 2022
Secretary → Vice President, 2025
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kathy Jonas
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Lisa Tripler
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Mark Lipof
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Matt Pines
Past President
Vice President → President, 2022
President → Past President, 2025
On filings since 2020
3.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Mike Douglass
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Richard B. Deering
Board Member
On filings since 2020
No compensation reported
Laura Ordway
Board Member
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Peter Kassen
Board Member
On filings since 2021
No compensation reported
Matt Cornish
Secretary
Board Member → Secretary, 2025
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Dave Schiff
Board Member
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Jessica Decke
Board Member
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Josh Holland
Board Member
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Steven Bernstein
Board Member
On filings since 2024
No compensation reported
Alex Martone-Jackson
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
No compensation reported
Laura Jo Cunningham
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
No compensation reported
Macy Galvan
Board Member
New on the 2025 filing
No compensation reported
Former officers (13)
- Former: Alex Jackson (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Mike Katz (2020–2024) — Board Member
- Former: Kara LaRochelle (2024) — Board Member
- Former: Andy Lilienthal (2020–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Anna Hopkins Buller (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Jack Day (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Jim Chalmers (2022–2023) — Board Member
- Former: Ronald Hall (2023) — Executive Director
- Former: Ron Hall (2020–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Anna Hopkins (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Liz Tully (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Spencer Ordway (2020–2021) — Board Member
- Former: Peter Hirsch (2020) — Board Member
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2025. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2025 filing was $81K, to Lucy Norvell (Executive Director).
Frequently asked questions about Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps
How much does Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps give each year?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps gave $93K across 31 grants in 2025, according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. In 2024 it gave $54K across 7 grants.
What is Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's typical grant size?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's median grant in 2025 was $2,250, and its average grant was $3,015, across 31 grants on its 2025 IRS Form 990.
Where does Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps give grants?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps gives mostly in Maine: 81% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2025 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was Massachusetts (15%). The most frequent recipient cities were Brunswick, ME (3 grants), Winthrop, ME (2 grants), South Portland, ME (2 grants) and Waterford, ME (2 grants).
Does Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps give general operating support?
Not in 2025: none of the 31 grants with a stated purpose on Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's 2025 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "To support Maine summer camper programs" (31 grants).
Who are Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's largest grantees?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's largest 2025 grantees include Camp Mechuwna ($7,000), Agassiz Village ($6,750) and YMCA Camp of Maine ($6,750), according to its 2025 IRS Form 990. Together they received 22% of its itemized 2025 grant dollars.
How large is Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps reported $651K in total assets on its 2025 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $429K.
What does Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps fund?
The foundation’s mission is “to support and promote meaningful developmental, educational, environmental, and recreational experiences for children by engaging in activities that enhance the quality and effectiveness of Maine’s youth camps.” See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check mainecamps.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's EIN?
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 01-0380077. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2025.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS May 16, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS May 10, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS May 15, 2025)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2025 (received by the IRS April 15, 2026)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 15, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2025
Explore Open Grants
Browse active grant opportunities in Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's focus areas in our free grants database
Similar Funders
Funders that support many of the same organizations
Androscoggin Bank's Mainstreet Fdn Portland Trust Company LLC
Portland, ME
Androscoggin Bank’s MainStreet Foundation funds Maine nonprofits in education, arts, and community enhancement, with a focus on essentials and support for at-risk children. Its quarterly grants are up to $5,000, and it offers one annual $25,000 award; 2025 grants ranged from $2,500 to $25,000. It accepts requests: applicants can request an application from the foundation and must provide proof of nonprofit status.
Assets
$710K
Grants
21
Total Given
$78K
Schiavi Family Foundation
Portland, ME
The Schiavi Family Foundation supports preselected charities working in areas such as youth housing, food assistance, health, children and families, ocean issues, and humanitarian aid; its grants primarily go to Maine organizations, with some funding in other states. In 2025, grants ranged from $1,000 to $70,000, with a median of $7,500. It does not accept unsolicited requests.
Assets
$38.3M
Grants
72
Total Given
$918K
Philanthropy Massachusetts Inc
Boston, MA
Philanthropy Massachusetts funds summer camps and youth programs primarily serving ages 5–18 in Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, and Chelsea, including general operating support and targeted campership and mental-health grants. Summer Fund requests may be up to $7,500 per site for first-time recipients and up to $40,000 for current grantees; applicants must first submit a Notice of Intent, and the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.
Assets
$6.1M
Grants
87
Total Given
$1.4M
The Royso Foundation
Wilmington, DE
Assets
$7.9M
Grants
6
Total Given
$345K
Making a Difference Inc
Bangor, ME
Assets
$5K
Grants
6
Total Given
$14K
The Dotson Family Foundation
Tulsa, OK
Assets
—
Grants
6
Total Given
$100K
More similar funders
More Funders in Maine
Cite this profile
Grantable. (2026). Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps funder profile. GrantGraph. Retrieved October 4, 2026, from https://grantable.co/funders/maine-youth-camping-foundation-d-b-a-maine-summer-camps-morg_925dd51925364d568cd77975695222f2
BibTeX
@misc{grantable_010380077_2026,
author = {{Grantable}},
title = {{Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps funder profile}},
howpublished = {GrantGraph},
year = {2026},
url = {https://grantable.co/funders/maine-youth-camping-foundation-d-b-a-maine-summer-camps-morg_925dd51925364d568cd77975695222f2},
note = {Accessed 2026-10-04. Data licensed CC BY 4.0}
}The figures on this page are open data under CC BY 4.0: reuse them with credit to Grantable and a link. Download the data.
Figures come from Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps's IRS filings (methodology). AI-written summaries, news items and logos are not covered by the open licence. Spot an error? Email hello@grantable.co.
Maine Youth Camping Foundation D/B/A Maine Summer Camps down — hundreds of funders to go?