The Mimi Foundation
The Mimi Foundation is a private foundation based in Scarborough, Maine. Its 2023 filing lists eight grants, all to organizations in Maine, for general operating support.
The Mimi Foundation at a glance
In short: The Mimi Foundation gave $6.6M across 8 grants in 2023 (avg $821K), mostly in Maine. Source: 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
- Annual giving (2023)
- $6,569,000
- +1282.9% vs 2022
- Grants made (2023)
- 8
- -77.8% vs 2022
- Average grant
- $821,125
- +6123.3% vs 2022
- Median grant
- $198,250
- Primary geography
- Maine (100% of itemized 2023 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990-PF, 2023 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990-PF, 2023; updated October 2026.
How to apply to The Mimi Foundation
- How to Apply
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The foundation is dissolved and is no longer accepting applications. Its filing states that it does not restrict giving to preselected organizations. It lists no application deadline and no restrictions on awards.
- Contact
Application contact: The Mimi Foundation Trustees
Mailing address: PO Box 660, Scarborough, ME 04070-0660
Phone: (207) 991-2723
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who The Mimi Foundation funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 8 recipients in 2023
The largest 2023 recipient was Maine Community Foundation ($4.9M). Together the top 8 received $6.6M.
Grant Size Distribution
120 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 110 grants of 120 (92%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All grant dollars listed for 2023 went to recipients in Maine.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2023 grant dollars across all 8 itemized grants.
Cities
How The Mimi Foundation gives
- Giving grew 2031% from 2020 to 2023. Method
- In 2023 it paid out well above its IRS minimum distribution (the 5% rule). Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990-PF filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2023, annual grant giving ranged from $308K (2020) to $6.6M (2023). In 2023 it made 8 grants totaling $6.6M.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Maine Community Foundation Ellsworth, ME | General Operating Support | $4,872,500 |
| Husson University Gracie Theatre Bangor, ME | General Operating Support | $1,000,000 |
| Bangor Symphony Orchestra Bangor, ME | General Operating Support | $287,500 |
| University of Maine at Orono Orono, ME | General Operating Support | $287,500 |
| Penobscot Theatre Company Bangor, ME | General Operating Support | $109,000 |
| Family Ice dba Save the Pond Falmouth, ME | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Olympia Snowe Women's Leadership Institute Portland, ME | General Operating Support | $5,000 |
| Camp Beech Cliff Mount Desert, ME | General Operating Support | $2,500 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2023 grant total covered eight grants; the 2022 and 2021 totals covered 36 and 38 grants, respectively.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Qualifying Distributions | Net Investment Income | Distributable Amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | $399,614 | $6,600,210 | $6,569,000 | 8 | $6,573,161 | $372,565 | $275,680 |
| 2022 | $6,221,454 | $415,986 | $481,255 | $475,000 | 36 | $477,034 | $387,853 | $332,290 |
| 2021 | $7,950,138 | $5,823,349 | $326,564 | $339,350 | 38 | $341,780 | $1,603,474 | $227,391 |
| 2020 | $3,504,624 | $259,444 | $304,450 | $308,200 | 38 | — | $234,604 | $154,760 |
Under IRS private-foundation payout rules, The Mimi Foundation reported a distributable amount of $276K for 2023 — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for a community foundation, a university theatre, an orchestra, a university, a theatre company, a women’s leadership institute, an organization focused on a pond, and a camp.
Among the grantees, the Bangor Symphony Orchestra describes its mission as providing live concert performances and education programs. Penobscot Theatre Company says it promotes theatre through live productions, children’s workshops, educational outreach, and intern training. Camp Beech Cliff says it offers summer camps and year-round outdoor education, leadership, and recreation programs to encourage personal growth, connection, and appreciation of the natural world.
Grantmaking
In 2023, the foundation gave $6,569,000 through eight grants. The grants ranged from $2,500 to $4,872,500, with a median grant of $198,250. Each was listed for general operating support. The largest grants went to Maine Community Foundation ($4,872,500), Husson University Gracie Theatre ($1,000,000), Bangor Symphony Orchestra ($287,500), University of Maine at Orono ($287,500), and Penobscot Theatre Company ($109,000).
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2023 filing lists Julia H DiNapoli as president; Alec DiNapoli and Bradley McCollum as directors; Karen K Schacht as treasurer; and Calvin E True Esq as secretary.
The Mimi Foundation is led by Julia H DiNapoli, President on every filing since 2020; none of the 5 officers listed in 2023 report compensation.
Officers on the 2023 filing
Julia H DiNapoli
President
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Alec DiNapoli
Director
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Bradley McCollum
Director
New on the 2023 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Calvin E True Esq.
Secretary
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Karen K Schacht
Treasurer
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (1)
- Former: Courtney H McCollum (2020–2022) — Vice President
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2023. "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 The Mimi Foundation
How much does The Mimi Foundation give each year?
The Mimi Foundation gave $6.6M across 8 grants in 2023, according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. In 2022 it gave $475K across 36 grants.
What is The Mimi Foundation's typical grant size?
The Mimi Foundation's median grant in 2023 was $198,250, and its average grant was $821,125, across 8 grants on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Where does The Mimi Foundation give grants?
The Mimi Foundation gives mostly in Maine: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Bangor, ME (3 grants).
Does The Mimi Foundation give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of The Mimi Foundation's 2023 grants with a stated purpose (8 of 8) were for general or operating support, per its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF.
Who are The Mimi Foundation's largest grantees?
The Mimi Foundation's largest 2023 grantees include Maine Community Foundation ($4,872,500), Husson University Gracie Theatre ($1,000,000) and Bangor Symphony Orchestra ($287,500), according to its 2023 IRS Form 990-PF. Together they received 94% of its itemized 2023 grant dollars.
What does The Mimi Foundation fund?
No mission statement for the foundation is provided. Its 2023 grants included support for a community foundation, a university theatre, an orchestra, a university, a theatre company, a women’s leadership institute, an organization focused on a pond, and a camp. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from The Mimi Foundation?
The foundation is dissolved and is no longer accepting applications. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
How much is The Mimi Foundation required to give away each year?
Private foundations must generally distribute about 5% of their assets annually. For 2023, The Mimi Foundation reported a distributable amount of $276K on its IRS Form 990-PF — the minimum it must pay out in qualifying distributions.
What is The Mimi Foundation's EIN?
The Mimi Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 20-3957984. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2023.
Data last updated October 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
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When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2023
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