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Grants in Maine

Browse 84 open grants tagged for Maine, plus 13,722 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

84

National Grants

13,722

Avg. Award

$3.5M

Total Available

13,806

Maine Grants by Funding Source

Federal

1

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

9

Maine state agencies

Private / Foundation

74

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in Maine

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ME State Arts Council — General Operating Grant

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ME Arts Council

General operating and project support for arts organizations and individual artists in ME. Funds visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, and arts education.

$2K – $50K
2026-12-31
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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
ME State Arts Council — General Operating GrantME Arts Council$2K - $50KDec 31, 2026

Top Grant Categories in Maine

Education21
Public Safety14
Environment13
Community Development13
Health12
Infrastructure10
Technology9
Veterans Services7
Community Services6

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Frequently Asked Questions: Maine Grants

How many grants are available in Maine?
There are currently 84 grants specifically tagged for Maine, plus 13,722 nationwide grants that organizations in Maine can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for Maine grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in Maine are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in Maine?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in Maine?
Yes. In addition to Maine-specific funding, there are 13,722 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in Maine?
The average maximum award for Maine-tagged grants is $3.5M, with a median of $1M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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