EIN 23-7099105

Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT)

IRS 501(c) type
501(c)(3)
Num. employees
94
State
Year formed
1970
Most recent tax filings
2023-12-01
Description
Maine Coast Heritage Trust conserves and stewards Maine's coastal lands and islands for their renowned scenic beauty, ecological value, outdoor recreational opportunities, and contribution to community well-being.
Total revenues
$26,628,849
2023
Total expenses
$20,722,142
2023
Total assets
$298,161,205
2023
Num. employees
94
2023

Program areas at MCHT

Land Protection Program-Works with landowners, communities and partners across the state to conserve lands and waters to protect ecosystem function, build resilience in a changing climate and benefit people and wildlife for decades to come. Additionally, the Land Trust Program provides training, education and technical support for Maine's network of land trusts and conservation organizations.
Farm Operations-Agricultural lands and programming through working farm and community preserves in Rockport, we advance regenerative farming techniques, support a healthy local food system, connect kids and families to farming and outdoor experiences, and showcase the tangible benefits of conserved lands.
Stewardship-Works collaboratively to care for conserved land to enhance ecological function, provide habitat for wildlife, and offer people a wide-range of outdoor experiences, water access sites, and opportunities to engage with the land.
Communications - manages print and digital communications including messaging, branding, channel management, public relations and public education.

Grants made by MCHT

GranteeGrant descriptionAmount
Biddeford Pool Land TrustContribution Toward Conservation of Land & Stewardship for Conservation Purposes$8,166,754
Blue Hill Heritage Trust (BHHT)Contribution Toward Conservation of Land & Stewardship for Conservation Purposes$210,500
Frenchman Bay ConservancyContribution Toward Conservation of Land & Stewardship for Conservation Purposes$140,000
...and 8 more grants made

Who funds Maine Coast Heritage Trust (MCHT)

Grants from foundations and other nonprofits
GrantmakerDescriptionAmount
Fidelity FoundationCapital Planning$2,180,000
York Land TrustYork River Marsh Conservation$1,000,000
Woodcock FoundationGeneral Support$750,000
...and 142 more grants received totalling $8,918,579

Personnel at MCHT

NameTitleCompensation
Joanne FavreauDirector of Finance and Admin. / Director of Finance and Administration$115,926
Jane ArbuckleDirector of Stewardship$111,746
Nichole BlanchardDirector of Engagement$119,186
Karin MarchettiBoard Member$104,063
Elizabeth HamDirector of Land Protection$106,557
...and 1 more key personnel

Financials for MCHT

RevenuesFYE 12/2023
Total grants, contributions, etc.$21,739,614
Program services$130,447
Investment income and dividends$2,738,366
Tax-exempt bond proceeds$0
Royalty revenue$0
Net rental income$0
Net gain from sale of non-inventory assets$1,986,506
Net income from fundraising events$7,200
Net income from gaming activities$0
Net income from sales of inventory$0
Miscellaneous revenues$26,716
Total revenues$26,628,849

Form 990s for MCHT

Fiscal year endingDate received by IRSFormPDF link
2023-122024-11-12990View PDF
2022-122023-11-09990View PDF
2021-122022-11-11990View PDF
2020-122021-11-10990View PDF
2019-122021-02-24990View PDF
...and 10 more Form 990s
Data update history
January 20, 2025
Received grants
Identified 46 new grant, including a grant for $2,180,000 from Fidelity Foundation
January 6, 2025
Used new vendors
Identified 2 new vendors, including , and
January 4, 2025
Posted financials
Added Form 990 for fiscal year 2023
November 23, 2024
Received grants
Identified 12 new grant, including a grant for $81,000 from American Endowment Foundation
August 26, 2024
Received grants
Identified 52 new grant, including a grant for $255,644 from The Aldermere Foundation
Nonprofit Types
Grantmaking organizationsSocial advocacy organizationsEnvironmental organizationsCharities
Issues
Land and water conservationEnvironment
Characteristics
Provides grantsLobbyingConservation easementFundraising eventsOperates internationallyState / local levelReceives government fundingEndowed supportCommunity engagement / volunteeringTax deductible donationsAccepts online donations
General information
Address
1 Bowdoin Mill Island 201
Topsham, ME 04086
Metro area
Portland-South Portland, ME
County
Sagadahoc County, ME
Website URL
mcht.org/ 
Phone
(207) 729-7366
Facebook page
MaineCoastHeritageTrust 
Twitter profile
@mcht_org 
IRS details
EIN
23-7099105
Fiscal year end
December
Taxreturn type
Form 990
Year formed
1970
Eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions (Pub 78)
Yes
Categorization
NTEE code, primary
C34: Land Resources Conservation
NAICS code, primary
813312: Environment, Conservation, and Wildlife Organizations
Parent/child status
Independent
California AB-488 details
AB 488 status
May Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes
Charity Registration status
Current - In Process
FTB status revoked
Not revoked
AG Registration Number
CT0193593
FTB Entity ID
8038144
AB 488 data last updated ("as-of") date
2025-02-19
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