How to apply
The Foundation accepts applications and may make some donations without a formal request. Applications must include the organization's name, address, purpose of the request, amount requested, and other relevant details. For the Catalyst Grant program, a formal application is required. Contact: Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation, 150 State Street Po Box 50, Augusta, Me, 2076225801 Deadlines: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. For the Catalyst Grant program, June 1 to August 31. Restrictions: Applicants must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Awards are generally granted to organizations providing services within the market area of Kennebec Savings Bank. The Foundation does not provide support for political purposes.
Quoted from Part XV of the foundation's 2025 Form 990-PF; the full text is in the filing. Confirm on the foundation's website before you write.
Grants paid in 2025
Top 60 of 120 grants by amount · from Form 990-PF Part XV
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Colonial TheaterAugusta, ME | Operational Support | $50K |
| United Way of Kennebec ValleyAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $47K |
| Kennebec Land TrustWinthrop, ME | Howard Hill Campaign | $45K |
| Alfond Youth & Community CenterWaterville, ME | Project & Annual Support | $35K |
| Friends of Quarry RoadWaterville, ME | Capital Improvements | $25K |
| Gardiner Library AssociationGardiner, ME | Capital Improvements | $25K |
| Johnson Hall Performing Arts CenterGardiner, ME | Campaign Donation | $25K |
| Portland Parks ConservatoryPortland, ME | Pool Project | $25K |
| Town of ReadfieldReadfield, ME | Fairgrounds Community Park Capital Campaign | $25K |
| Victoria MansionPortland, ME | Campaign Donation | $25K |
| Cyc Lake AssociationManchester, ME | Annual Support | $23K |
| Mitchell InstitutePortland, ME | Operational & Event Support | $17K |
| Annabessacook Lake Improvement AssociationWinthrop, ME | Herbicide Treatment Support | $17K |
| Ember's Paws of HopeSteep Falls, ME | Operational Support | $15K |
| Kvcap - South End Teen CenterWaterville, ME | Operational Support | $15K |
| Watershed FriendsEast Winthrop, ME | Annual Support | $15K |
| YMCA Camp of MaineWinthrop, ME | Operational Support | $15K |
| Foundation for Portland Public SchoolsPortland, ME | Operational & Event Support | $13K |
| Johnson Hall Performing Arts CenterGardiner, ME | Annual Support | $13K |
| Friends of Lake Winnecook (unity Pond Algae Mitigation)Unity, ME | Matching Grant Donation | $11K |
| Alfond Youth & Community CenterWaterville, ME | Summer Camp Scholarships | $10K |
| Augusta Food BankAugusta, ME | Annual Donation | $10K |
| Boys and Girls Clubs of Kennebec ValleyGardiner, ME | Annual Support | $10K |
| Capital Area Recreation AssociationAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $10K |
| First Amendment MuseumAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $10K |
| Freeport Wood BankFreeport, ME | Campaign Donation | $10K |
| Greater Portland Business Education CollaborativePortland, ME | Campaign Donation | $10K |
| Maine Arts AcademyAugusta, ME | Operational Support | $10K |
| Maine Center for Public Interest ReportingHallowell, ME | Program & Annual Support | $10K |
| Maine GolfFreeport, ME | Campaign Donation | $10K |
| Tedford HousingBrunswick, ME | Warming Center Support | $10K |
| Augusta Colonial TheaterAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $8,500 |
| Maine Children's HomeWaterville, ME | Program Support | $8,500 |
| Theater at MonmouthMonmouth, ME | Event Support | $8,500 |
| 30 Mile River WatershedMount Vernon, ME | Annual Support & Construction Contribution | $8,000 |
| Junior Achievement of MainePortland, ME | Event Support | $7,500 |
| Growsmart MaineAugusta, ME | Event Support | $7,000 |
| Kennebec Valley YMCAAugusta, ME | Scholarship Donation | $7,000 |
| Kennebec Land TrustWinthrop, ME | Annual Support | $6,500 |
| Freeport Community ServicesFreeport, ME | Annual Support | $6,200 |
| Youth in ActionPortland, ME | Event Support | $6,000 |
| Hallowell FoodbankHallowell, ME | Annual Support | $5,500 |
| Yarmouth Little LeagueYarmouth, ME | Annual Support | $5,500 |
| Augusta Downtown AllianceAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Boys and Girls Club Augusta Teen CenterAugusta, ME | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| China Lake AssociationChina, ME | Mitigation Project Matching Grant | $5,000 |
| Finding Our VoicesCamden, ME | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Hearts FoundationPortland, ME | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Honor Flight MaineBrunswick, ME | Unrestricted Support | $5,000 |
| Preble StreetPortland, ME | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Shine on CassOakland, ME | Annual Support | $5,000 |
| Town of OaklandOakland, ME | Event Support | $5,000 |
| United Way of Southern MainePortland, ME | Heating Assistance Fund | $5,000 |
| Watershed FriendsEast Winthrop, ME | Boat Purchase Support | $5,000 |
| Waterville Area Soup KitchenWaterville, ME | Operational Support | $5,000 |
| Women in NeedPortland, ME | Event Support | $5,000 |
| YMCA Camp of MaineWinthrop, ME | Campaign Donation | $5,000 |
| Bridging the GapAugusta, ME | Annual Support | $4,500 |
| Maine GearshareBrunswick, ME | Event Support | $3,500 |
| Mount Merici AcademyWaterville, ME | IXL Software Purchase | $3,050 |
About this foundation
Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation in Augusta, Maine, administered in care of Andrew Silsby, tax-exempt since 1985. Private foundations must pay out roughly 5% of their assets each year, mostly as grants to 501(c)(3) public charities.
Does Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation 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 Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation give each year?
In tax year 2025 it paid $866K across 120 grants, a median of $3,025.
Where does Kennebec Savings Bank Foundation give?
Maine (120 grants), per its latest filing.
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