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Maine Justice Foundation

2027 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, healthcare, education, the workplace, food insecurity, natural resources, and housing.

Giving 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.

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

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. Learn more at: 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, lmacdougall@justicemaine.org for more information.

PHOTO / COURTESY OF THE MAINE JUSTICE FOUNDATION

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: $3,790,943

124 State St., Suite 2, Augusta ME, 04330

www.justicemaine.org
Facebook: MaineJusticeFoundation
LinkedIn: maine-justice-foundation

Awards/Accolades: Charity Navigator — The Maine Justice Foundation has been consistently awarded a coveted four-star rating by Charity Navigator. Charity Navigator rates over 160,000 U.S. nonprofits based on their financial health, efficiency, governance and transparency. We are proud to have earned their highest rating. To learn more about Charity Navigator and their rating criteria visit: www.charitynavigator.org.

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 access to justice statewide supporting communities throughout Maine.

Top funding sources

94% Interest on Lawyers Trust Accounts
2% Restricted donations from private donors
2% Unrestricted donations from private donors
2% Interest and investment income

Leadership

Michelle Draeger, Executive Director — PHOTO / COURTESY OF THE MAINE JUSTICE FOUNDATION

Michelle Draeger, Executive Director

Board officers

Timothy A. Pease, Board President
Emily Arvizu, Board Vice President
Michelle Draeger, Board Secretary
Jerrol A. Crouter, Board Treasurer

Board members

Emily Cain
Emily Cooke
Susan A. Faunce
James B. Haddow
Rachael Becker McEntee
Anne McGuire
Shelly Anarado Okere
Rachel Okun
Jennifer H. Pincus
Olivia Sakorafos
Hannah B. Owings Saturley
Stacy O. Stitham
Adam Swanson
Anna Astvatsaturian Turcotte