Maine Justice Foundation
- Assets
- $6.2m
- Revenue
- $2.7m
- Investments
- $0.0
- Employees
- 5
- Location
- Augusta, ME
- Founding
- 12/1984
- Data as of
- 09/2022
- EIN
- 22-2559133
Organization Overview
Maine Justice Foundation is located in Augusta, ME. The organization was established in 1984. According to its NTEE Classification (I80) the organization is classified as: Legal Services, under the broad grouping of Crime & Legal-Related and related organizations. As of 09/2022, Maine Justice Foundation employed 5 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Maine Justice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.
For the year ending 09/2022, Maine Justice Foundation generated $2.7m in total revenue. The organization has seen a slow decline revenue. Over the past 7 years, revenues have fallen by an average of (2.2%) each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $2.0m during the year ending 09/2022. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.
Since 2016, Maine Justice Foundation has awarded 60 individual grants totaling $12,718,367. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.
Form
990
Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990 Filing
TAX YEAR
2022
Describe the Organization's Mission:
Part 3 - Line 1
THE MISSION OF THE MAINE JUSTICE FOUNDATION IS TO FACILITATE THE DUE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE BY PROMOTING THE PROVISION OF LEGAL SERVICES TO THE POOR, SUPPORTING LEGAL AND LAW-RELATED EDUCATION, AND ENGAGING IN ACTIVITIES TO ENHANCE THE LEGAL PROFESSION'S ABILTY TO SERVE THE PUBLIC THROUGHOUT THE STATE OF MAINE.
Describe the Organization's Program Activity:
Part 3 - Line 4a
PROVIDE LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS BY PROVIDING GRANTS TO LEGAL SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS.
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Board, Officers & Key Employees
| Name (title) | Role | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
Michelle G Draeger Secretary, Exectutive Director | OfficerTrustee | 40 | $99,496 |
H Lowell Brown President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Janis Cohen Vice President | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Jerrol Crouter Treasurer | OfficerTrustee | 1 | $0 |
Judith A Fletcher Woodbury President-Elect | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Robin Russel Director | Trustee | 1 | $0 |
Financial Statements
| Statement of Revenue | |
|---|---|
| Federated campaigns | $0 |
| Membership dues | $0 |
| Fundraising events | $620,191 |
| Related organizations | $0 |
| Government grants | $0 |
| All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above | $1,503,664 |
| Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f | $59,739 |
| Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar | $2,123,855 |
| Total Program Service Revenue | $0 |
| Investment income | $112,852 |
| Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Net Rental Income | $7,000 |
| Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales | $430,791 |
| Net Income from Fundraising Events | $0 |
| Net Income from Gaming Activities | $0 |
| Net Income from Sales of Inventory | $0 |
| Miscellaneous Revenue | $0 |
| Total Revenue | $2,674,498 |
| Statement of Expenses | |
|---|---|
| Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations and domestic governments. | $1,434,660 |
| Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. | $41,112 |
| Grants and other assistance to Foreign Orgs/Individuals | $0 |
| Benefits paid to or for members | $0 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $99,495 |
| Compensation of current officers, directors, key employees. | $48,240 |
| Compensation to disqualified persons | $0 |
| Other salaries and wages | $216,054 |
| Pension plan accruals and contributions | $20,173 |
| Other employee benefits | $36,457 |
| Payroll taxes | $27,340 |
| Fees for services: Management | $0 |
| Fees for services: Legal | $0 |
| Fees for services: Accounting | $30,459 |
| Fees for services: Lobbying | $0 |
| Fees for services: Fundraising | $0 |
| Fees for services: Investment Management | $20,383 |
| Fees for services: Other | $4,679 |
| Advertising and promotion | $0 |
| Office expenses | $7,438 |
| Information technology | $0 |
| Royalties | $0 |
| Occupancy | $19,307 |
| Travel | $537 |
| Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any federal, state, or local public officials | $0 |
| Conferences, conventions, and meetings | $2,810 |
| Interest | $0 |
| Payments to affiliates | $0 |
| Depreciation, depletion, and amortization | $5,115 |
| Insurance | $3,510 |
| All other expenses | $7,374 |
| Total functional expenses | $2,023,751 |
| Balance Sheet | |
|---|---|
| Cash—non-interest-bearing | $1,125,696 |
| Savings and temporary cash investments | $228,058 |
| Pledges and grants receivable | $0 |
| Accounts receivable, net | $0 |
| Loans from Officers, Directors, or Controlling Persons | $0 |
| Loans from Disqualified Persons | $0 |
| Notes and loans receivable | $0 |
| Inventories for sale or use | $0 |
| Prepaid expenses and deferred charges | $0 |
| Net Land, buildings, and equipment | $955 |
| Investments—publicly traded securities | $4,845,271 |
| Investments—other securities | $0 |
| Investments—program-related | $0 |
| Intangible assets | $0 |
| Other assets | $0 |
| Total assets | $6,199,980 |
| Accounts payable and accrued expenses | $0 |
| Grants payable | $0 |
| Deferred revenue | $0 |
| Tax-exempt bond liabilities | $0 |
| Escrow or custodial account liability | $0 |
| Loans and other payables to any current Officer, Director, or Controlling Person | $0 |
| Secured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Unsecured mortgages and notes payable | $0 |
| Other liabilities | $0 |
| Total liabilities | $0 |
| Net assets without donor restrictions | $1,374,693 |
| Net assets with donor restrictions | $4,825,287 |
| Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds | $0 |
| Paid-in or capital surplus, or land, building, or equipment fund | $0 |
| Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds | $0 |
| Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances | $6,199,980 |
Grants Awarded
Over the last fiscal year, Maine Justice Foundation has awarded $1,251,428 in support to 6 organizations.
| Grant Recipient | Amount |
|---|---|
Portland, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT PROMOTION AND COORDINATION OF PRO BONO EFFORTS BY PRIVATE MAINE ATTORNEYS FOR LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF MAINE WHO HAVE CIVIL LEGAL PROBLEMS. | $324,808 |
Portland, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT CIVIL LEGAL AID PROVIDED TO LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF MAINE WHO ARE EXPERIENCING SERIOUS CIVIL LEGAL PROBLEMS, SUCH AS DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, HOUSING, EMPLOYMENT CHALLENGES OR GOVERNMENT MISTAKES. | $283,918 |
Augusta, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT LEGAL REPRESENTATION, ADVOCACY AND TRAINING FOR MAINE RESIDENTS AGE 60 AND OLDER WHO HAVE LOW-INCOME OR ARE VULNERABLE. | $230,657 |
Augusta, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT LEGAL REPRESENTATION, ADVOCACY, AND TRAINING TO HELP IMPROVE THE LIVES OF LOW-INCOME MAINE RESIDENTS. | $199,272 |
Portland, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES AND ADVOCACY FOR LOW-INCOME IMMIGRANTS IN MAINE TO IMPROVE THEIR LEGAL STATUS. | $159,790 |
Portland, ME PURPOSE: SUPPORT LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDED TO LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS OF MAINE BY 2ND AND 3RD YEAR LAW STUDENTS UNDER CLOSE SUPERVISION OF FACULTY MEMBERS WHO ARE EXPERIENCED PRACTITIONERS AND MEMBERS OF THE MAINE BAR. | $52,983 |
Grants Recieved
Over the last fiscal year, we have identified 9 grants that Maine Justice Foundation has recieved totaling $152,243.
| Awarding Organization | Amount |
|---|---|
Maine Community Foundation Inc Ellsworth, ME PURPOSE: Legal Services | $80,250 |
John T Gorman Foundation Portland, ME PURPOSE: TO SUPPORT THE CAMPAIGN FOR JUSTICE | $25,000 |
Otto And Fran Walter Foundation Inc Boothbay Harbor, ME PURPOSE: TO FUND CIVIL LEGAL AID IN MAINE | $18,500 |
Schwab Charitable Fund San Francisco, CA PURPOSE: HUMAN SERVICES | $16,725 |
Mimi Foundation Scarborough, ME PURPOSE: GENERAL OPERATING SUPPORT | $10,000 |
Synchrony Foundation Stamford, CT PURPOSE: EMPLOYER MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM | $1,000 |
Endowment Analysis
| Beg. Balance | $4,885,857 |
| Earnings | -$641,340 |
| Net Contributions | $45,154 |
| Other Expense | $220,496 |
| Ending Balance | $4,069,175 |
Peer Organizations
| Organization Name | Assets | Revenue |
|---|---|---|
Pine Tree Legal Assistance Inc Portland, ME | $6,455,659 | $7,436,990 |
New Hampshire Legal Assistance Concord, NH | $4,742,563 | $5,337,369 |
Disability Rights Center Of Maine Augusta, ME | $2,227,647 | $3,941,598 |
Maine Pretrial Services Inc Portland, ME | $1,398,684 | $3,492,887 |
Legal Services For The Elderly Inc Augusta, ME | $1,838,135 | $2,676,646 |
Maine Justice Foundation Augusta, ME | $6,199,980 | $2,674,498 |
Immigrant Legal Advocacy Project Portland, ME | $2,760,852 | $2,546,032 |
Maine Equal Justice Project Augusta, ME | $29,620 | $1,871,568 |
603 Legal Aid Concord, NH | $778,905 | $1,897,608 |
Maine Equal Justice Partners Inc Augusta, ME | $6,223,338 | $5,353,557 |
New Hampshire Bar Foundation Concord, NH | $2,705,999 | $872,008 |
New Hampshire Pro Bono Referral System Concord, NH | $0 | $868,745 |