Nonprofit spending analysis for Maine: 84% goes to programs, 11% to administration, 4% to fundraising. Based on 3196 organizations.
Among 9,992 nonprofits in Maine, 3196 report detailed spending breakdowns. On average, 84% of expenses go directly to charitable programs, 11% to administrative costs, and 4% to fundraising activities.
Maine nonprofits demonstrate strong program efficiency, with the average organization directing 84% of spending to programs — above the widely-cited 75% benchmark used by charity watchdog organizations.
The 3196 organizations collectively manage $26.8B in revenue and $38.3B in assets, making spending efficiency a critical metric for the charitable sector in Maine.
| # | Organization | Program % | Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Maine Government Finance Officers Association | 10% | $13K |
| 2 | Daniel Raymond Nickerson Foundation Inc | 10% | $515K |
| 3 | Cianbro Charitable Foundation | 10% | $8.8M |
| 4 | East Blue Hill Library Association | 18% | $111K |
| 5 | Maine Golf Course Superintendents Association | 20% | $74K |
| 6 | Francis Small Heritage Trust Inc | 21% | $370K |
| 7 | International Association Of Machinist & Aerospace Workers | 30% | $82K |
| 8 | Nine Wicket Foundation | 30% | $454K |
| 9 | St Joseph Healthcare Foundation | 35% | $3.7M |
| 10 | Project Opportunity Inc | 45% | $388K |
| 11 | Help Me Foundation | 50% | $116 |
| 12 | Kennebunk Kennebunkport Youthfields Association | 50% | $0 |
| 13 | Rosetta Foundation | 50% | $126K |
| 14 | Grafton Pond Land Trust | 50% | $41K |
| 15 | Anonimo Foundation | 50% | $5.5M |
| 16 | Fraternal Order Of Eagles | 60% | $1.6M |
| 17 | Harbor Foundation | 60% | $73K |
| 18 | M&J Company | 60% | $939K |
| 19 | Maine Association Of Professional Accountants | 60% | $93K |
| 20 | Penobscot Foundation For Developmental Services | 60% | $1.4M |
On average, Maine nonprofits spend 84% on programs, 11% on administration, and 4% on fundraising. This is based on IRS 990 data from 3196 organizations.
Most charity evaluators consider 75% or higher to be a strong program expense ratio. In Maine, the average is 84%.
The table above ranks Maine nonprofits by program spending percentage. You can also use our Rankings page to find the most efficient organizations nationally or by state.