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When is the deadline for LGBTQ+ Justice Fund?

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LGBTQ+ Justice Fund

Maine Justice Foundation

Foundation Grants for LGBTQ Nonprofits Human Rights Grants

Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

LGBTQ+ Justice Fund

Geographic Scope: Maine

Focus Areas: Civil legal aid for vulnerable members of the LGBTQ+ community in Maine; legal issues including housing, benefits, and personal safety

Description: The Maine Justice Foundation launched the LGBTQ+ Justice Fund to ensure that vulnerable members of the LGBTQ+ community in Maine have access to civil legal aid. The fund was established in December 2016 at an event featuring Congressman and gay rights advocate Barney Frank.

Founders' Commitment: Initial commitment of $60,000; Foundation goal to grow the fund to $1 million over time

Mission: Address legal access needs specific to the LGBTQ+ community, including housing, benefits, and personal safety issues

Contact Information:

Phone: 207-622-3477

Maine Justice Foundation

124 State Street, Suite 2, Augusta, ME 04330

What Maine Justice Foundation actually gave

Source: IRS Form 990-PF, 2025

Grants in 2025: 18
Total given: $3.81M
Median grant: $10K
Range: $6,823–$1.21M

By dollars: Maine 100%. Top recipient cities: Portland, ME; Augusta, ME; Lewiston, ME.
0% of grants with a stated purpose were for general or operating support.