Private foundation · EIN 01-6138174 · Bangor, Maine · Philanthropy & grantmaking

William H & Lillian E Emple Crut

Should you approach them?

Don't send a cold proposal. The foundation reports that it only gives to preselected organizations; an introduction through a current grantee or board member is the realistic route.

From the 2025 Form 990-PF: 4 grants paid, $99K total, median $20K. 100% of grants stayed in Maine.

Accepts applications
No
per 990-PF Part XV
Grants paid, 2025
4
$99K
Median grant
$20K
Stays in ME
100%
of grants
Deadline
—
Assets
$1.3M

Grants paid in 2025

4 grants, all shown · from Form 990-PF Part XV

RecipientPurposeAmount
Heart of Maine United WayBangor, MEGeneral funds$50K
Northern Light Health FoundationBangor, MECharity$25K
Jewish Community CouncilBangor, MECharity$15K
Jewish Community Alliance of So MePortland, MECharity$9,936

About this foundation

William H & Lillian E Emple Crut is a private grantmaking foundation in Bangor, Maine, tax-exempt since 2025. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.

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Does William H & Lillian E Emple Crut accept grant applications?

No. On its 2025 Form 990-PF the foundation checked that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations. Look for an introduction through a current grantee.

How much does William H & Lillian E Emple Crut give each year?

In tax year 2025 it paid $99K across 4 grants, a median of $20K.

Where does William H & Lillian E Emple Crut give?

Maine (4 grants), per its latest filing.

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