Stone Foundation Grants - Maine

The Stone Foundation Grants in Maine offer flexible and trust-based philanthropic support primarily focused on Monmouth County, New Jersey, and Wabanakiq, Maine. Grants range from $5,000 to $25,000, with first-time applicants typically considered for 1-year grants between $5,000 and $10,000. Eligible organizations include 501c3 nonprofits and community groups with a fiscal sponsor. The foundation encourages projects that address social inequities and foster community impact through innovative solutions.

NOTE:  Though not required, applicants are encouraged to notify the Foundation of your intention to apply for a particular grant cycle. Letting us know when you intend to apply helps us project our grant cycle funding, and gives us more of an opportunity to get to know your organization. Click here to notify the Foundation.
Stone Foundation believes in providing flexible, patient, and trust-based philanthropic support. Our grantmaking is primarily focused on supporting work that serves the people of Monmouth County, New Jersey and Wabanakiq, Maine. We consider both general operating and project-specific grants, including both annual and multi-year commitments.
Stone Foundation’s grantmaking incorporates two approaches:
An open application process that welcomes proposals from 501c3 nonprofit organizations, and community groups with a 501c3 fiscal sponsor. Foundation-initiated investments that convene, build networks, amplify impact, and innovate solutions with and among community changemakers, connectors, and influencers.
Unrestricted general operating grants range in size from $5,000 to $25,000. Organizations applying for the first time are typically considered for 1-year grants between $5,000 and $10,000.

Eligibility

501c3 nonprofit organizations and community groups with a 501c3 fiscal sponsor.Organizations must be headquartered and operating in New Jersey with a strong programmatic focus and impact in Monmouth CountyOrganizations must demonstrate strategic and programmatic attention to addressing social inequities within their respective field(s) and sphere of influence.

Ineligibility

We do not fund direct political lobbying, electioneering, or religious activities or institutions except in their capacity as fiscal sponsors.