How to apply
No specific format or content Contact: Gordon C Ayer President, 16 Locke Street, Kennebunkport, Me, 2079675597 Deadlines: NONE Restrictions: Limited to charitable, religious, scientific, literary or educational purposes described in section 170(c) of the internal revenue code.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2024 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2024
4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Habitat for Humanity York CountyKennebunk, ME | General operating support | $250K |
| United Way of Southern MainePortland, ME | General operating support | $20K |
| Center for Grieving ChildrenPortland, ME | General operating support | $15K |
| Maine Philanthropy CenterPortland, ME | Professional development scholarship | $10K |
About this foundation
Virginia Hodgkins Somers Foundation Inc is a private grantmaking foundation in Kennebunk, Maine, administered in care of Gordon C Ayer, tax-exempt since 1992. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Virginia Hodgkins Somers Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
Yes. On its 2024 Form 990-PF the foundation indicates it accepts applications. No specific format or content Deadlines: NONE.
How much does Virginia Hodgkins Somers Foundation Inc give each year?
In tax year 2024 it paid $295K across 4 grants, a median of $18K.
Where does Virginia Hodgkins Somers Foundation Inc give?
Maine (4 grants), per its latest filing.
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