Maine Nonprofit Grants That Support Education, Workforce & Community
Our Mission
The Gloria C. MacKenzie Foundation awards Maine nonprofit grants that advance educational opportunities, strengthen workforce development, and support public nonprofit services contributing to long-term economic growth across the state. We fund programs that make a lasting difference for Maine residents, with a focus on Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Aroostook counties.
Our Vision
Together with our grantees and partners, we strive to positively impact the lives of Maine residents so they may continue to live, work, and contribute to strong communities for generations to come. We believe that strategic grant funding, directed to the right organizations, builds a future that benefits everyone in the state.
Our Hope
Through its Mission and Vision, the Gloria C. MacKenzie Foundation hopes to improve economic growth and enhance the quality of life for the people of Maine. Every grant we award is a step toward stronger schools, a more skilled workforce, and more resilient communities across the state.
Our History
The Gloria C. MacKenzie Foundation, hereafter called “the Foundation”, is a family-based philanthropic organization that was established in 2013.
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Our founder, Gloria C. MacKenzie, was born and raised in northern Maine, where she raised her own family. While alive, Gloria was dedicated to finding ways to improve the educational and economic opportunities for the people of Maine. Her family continues this legacy.
As a caring and compassionate philanthropist, Gloria’s Foundation bears her name and supports initiatives that can make a difference in communities throughout Maine.
Gloria C. MacKenzie Foundation — Grant Funding for Education, Workforce Development, and Public Nonprofit Services in Maine
Gloria C. MacKenzie
Our Story
Apply for a Grant
The Gloria C. MacKenzie Foundation accepts grant applications from eligible Maine nonprofits each year. We fund programs focused on education, vocational training, and community development, with priority given to organizations serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Aroostook counties. Applications open January 1 and are due by March 1.
