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September 21, 2025 2025 Giving Guide

Maine Justice Foundation

 

2026 Goals

We are committed to expanding access to justice and supporting social justice efforts throughout Maine. The Foundation provides critical funding to civil legal aid programs to ensure that all Maine people, regardless of income, can access the legal help they need. We also fund Maine-based nonprofit organizations working to advance fairness and justice across all areas of Maine society in crucial areas such as the legal system, health care, education, the workplace, food insecurity, natural resources, and housing.

Fundraising events/Opportunities

Financial Contributions: Your gift to the Maine Justice Foundation helps ensure access to fairness and justice for low-income and vulnerable people across Maine. We gratefully accept both unrestricted donations and gifts designated to one of our existing funds. There are many ways to give: becoming a monthly or other recurring donor, recommending a gift through your donor advised fund, making a bequest through your will or trust, joining our Fairness & Justice Alliance, or becoming a corporate sponsor. Every contribution helps advance fairness and justice throughout Maine.

Giving Opportunities

Fairness & Justice Alliance: Become a member of this dynamic and inclusive group that champions fairness in all aspects of Maine life. https://justicemaine.org/grants-and-programs/fairness-and-justice-alliance/

Monthly Donor: Monthly giving provides reliable, sustained funding that allows us to respond to urgent legal needs and support long-term solutions for low-income and vulnerable Mainers. It’s easy, flexible, and ensures your support continues year-round. Even a modest monthly gift adds up to a meaningful impact over time, helping more people access legal aid, housing, safety, and stability. https://justicemaine.org/donate/

Support an Established Fund: Support one of our established funds to direct your gift toward key justice initiatives across Maine. One-time and recurring gifts are welcome. Explore available funds and programs at https://justicemaine.org/grants-and-programs/.

Corporate Partnership: Becoming a corporate partner with the Maine Justice Foundation demonstrates your company’s commitment to fairness, justice, and community impact. Corporate sponsorship supports vital legal aid services across Maine while offering meaningful visibility and engagement opportunities. Contact Linsey MacDougall at lmacdougall@justicemaine.org for more information.

Volunteer Opportunities

If you’re interested in joining our Board of Directors or one of our fund advisory committees, please contact us at info@justicemaine.org. We welcome your involvement and expertise.

At A Glance

Established: 1983 / Employees: 3 / Annual revenue: $5.42 million

Top funding sources

61% Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts (IOLTA)

25% Interest and investment income

12% Restricted donations from private donors

2% Unrestricted donations from private donors

Contact

124 State St., Suite 2

Augusta ME, 04330

www.justicemaine.org

Awards/Accolades

Charity Navigator: The Maine Justice Foundation has been awarded a coveted four-star rating by Charity Navigator. Charity Navigator rates over 160,000 U.S. nonprofits based on financial health, efficiency, governance and transparency. We are proud to have maintained their highest rating since February 1, 2021.

Mission Statement

The mission of the Maine Justice Foundation is to sustain, promote, and partner with legal aid providers and social justice organizations to inspire and support fairness and justice in Maine.

Service locations

The Maine Justice Foundation provides critical funding to nonprofit organizations dedicated to advancing fairness and justice statewide supporting communities throughout Maine.

Leadership

Michelle Draeger
Executive Director, Board Secretary

Board Officers

Timothy A. Pease, Board President

Rudman Winchell

Emily Arvizu, Vice President, Perkins Thompson

Jerrol A. Crouter, Treasurer, Drummond Woodsum

Board Members

Emily Cain, Community Member

Emily Cooke, Pierce Atwood

Jonathan Dunitz, Verrill

Susan A. Faunce, Berman & Simmons

Anne McGuire, Community Member

Shelly Anarado Okere, Community Member

Rachel Okun, Okun Law PLLC

Hon. Warren M. Silver, Community Member

Stacy O. Stitham, Brann & Isaacson

Adam Swanson, Swanson Law P.A.

Anna Astvatsaturian, Turcotte Community Member

Judith A. Fletcher, Woodbury Community Member