Evelyn S And K E Barrett Foundation
The Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation is a private grantmaking foundation based in York, ME that funds programs for children’s health, education, and human services. The site describes both Foundation‑initiated and competitive grant cycles, eligibility (501(c)(3) required), reporting requirements, and provides an online application. Contact email [email protected] and a Board of Trustees list are published on the site.
Source: Website · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A qualified 501(c)(3) nonprofit running programs for children (health, education, or basic human services) seeking project or operating support in the $10k–$25k range and able to meet the foundation's application deadline and reporting requirements.
Good Fit
- • Direct service programs benefiting children up to age 18 (health, education, food/water/shelter).
- • Project-scale funding requests roughly $10,000–$25,000.
- • Capacity to apply by the March competitive deadline via the online form and to comply with reporting.
- • Programs that can be framed as start‑up/pilot or renewal of existing services.
- • Location in Maine or elsewhere in the U.S.; the foundation funds both in-state and out-of-state organizations.
Geography
In the latest year grants reached organizations in 16 states; roughly 30% of dollars stayed in Maine while the majority (about 70%) supported out‑of‑state recipients, indicating a national rather than purely local footprint.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 30 distinct recipients in the latest year, spanning local Maine organizations and national charities; while the top five capture a moderate share of dollars, the recipient set is large and appears independent rather than dominated by affiliated entities.
New Applicants
Direct evidence of openness includes a public online application, published eligibility and deadline information, and 14 new grantees (about 47%) in the latest year, so unfamiliar applicants have a plausible path to enter the portfolio.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
