Priority will be given to projects and organizations that:
Provide a clearly laid out plan that is ready to implement
Address inequities and engage a diverse range of community members
Close gaps in services or provide service where nonexistent or lacking
Creatively use existing resources
Include volunteers and community partners
Provide additional information and connections to assist riders with meeting other needs that exist beyond transportation.
Types of Funding
The Maine Charity program provides two types of support: general support, and project support.
General support grants are provided to organizations whose mission or primary work serves under-resourced Maine people by:
Transporting people,
Distributing items, and/or
Delivering services.
Project support grants are provided to organizations that serve under-resourced Maine people. Grants must be for new or existing transportation programs focused on:
Transporting people,
Distributing items, and/or
Delivering services.
Funding Information
Max Award: $10,000.
Eligibility Criteria
Nonprofit, charitable organizations tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code and also classified as an organization described in sections 509(a)(1) or 509(a)(2)
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