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Program Name Libra Foundation
Program Information
Sponsor(s) (fed, state, etc.):
Libra Foundation
Program Description / Purpose: The Libra Foundation is a private philanthropic foundation which provides funding for groups in Maine that work in a number of areas, including environmental protection.
Program Requirements / Restrictions: Must be tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the IRS code and not a private foundation under Section 509(a) of the code.
Program Active: Yes
Program Website: http://www.librafoundation.org/
Other Information: For more information, go to program website.
Eligibility Information
Eligible State(s):
Maine
Award Information
Assistance Type:
Grants
Resources Available: In 2003, the median grant was $25,000.
Application Information
Application Deadline: February 15th, May 15th, August 15th and November 15th.
Application Review Time Length: Decisions made within one week of each Trustees meeting.
Application Available Online? Yes
Contact Information
Primary Contact: Elizabeth C. Flaherty
Administrative Assistant
Libra Foundation
3 Canal Plaza, P.O. Box 17516
Portland, ME  04112
Phone: (207) 879-6280
Fax:
Email: liz@librafoundation.org
Example of Funded Projects
Damariscotta River Association: $10,000 for the Great Salt Bay Marine Reserve Initiative.

York Land Trust: $25,000 for Sewalls Bridge Dock Project.

(Both grants were in 2003.)
Topic Areas
Agricultural LandsWildlife & Natural Communities
Coastal WatersRivers
Capital ProjectsRecreation & Public Access
Land Acquisition & EasementsConservation
Education & Outreach
Last Updated: 1/12/2009
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