Beginning in 2023, we’ll be focusing our work more intensively on building the resiliency and wellbeing of Maine children and their families. Learn more.

Working to strengthen the well-being of children and their families. Learn more.

IMPROVING THE LIVES OF PEOPLE IN MAINE

The John T. Gorman Foundation advances ideas and opportunities that can improve the lives of people in Maine.

To achieve the greatest impact, the Foundation has a special interest in strengthening children and families and helping communities provide them with the supports and opportunities they need to thrive. This focus on strengthening children and families reflects the recognition of our founder Tom Gorman that his personal success and achievement were largely derived from the support provided to him by his family and community, as well as his desire to help those with fewer advantages and opportunities to succeed. 

About us

Learn more about us and our approach

Children & Families

Strengthening well-being for whole families -- Learn more

Grants & Giving

Learn more about our investments across Maine

John T. Gorman Fellowship

The John T. Gorman Fellowship is designed to strengthen the capacity of leaders in the nonprofit, advocacy, and government sectors to make changes that can improve the lives of people in Maine with measurable results. So far, 42 John T. Gorman Fellows have completed the program.

Featured Fellows

Stephanie LeBlanc

Oxford County Mental Health Services

Stephanie is leading Oxford County Mental Health through an ongoing process of continuous quality improvement, strategic planning, clinical program expansion and maintaining collaborative community partnerships. Prior to joining OCMHS in May 2014, Stephanie served as the Manager of Adult Clinical Services & Quality Management at Tri-County Mental Health Services. Stephanie lives in Bethel, Maine and holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Southern Maine and a Master of Social Work from the University…
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Featured Fellows

Dan Coyne

United Way of Greater Portland

In his role at United Way of Greater Portland (UWGP), Dan provides oversees community impact efforts tied to United Way’s education, financial stability, and health related goals.  Prior to this position, Dan served for two years as Director of Financial Stability & Public Policy at UWGP, developing and implementing strategies with respect to financial stability, public policy, and advocacy related work. Before coming to UWGP, Dan was Legislative Director and a financial policy analyst at…
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Featured Fellows

Catherine (Cat) Myatt

Boys & Girls Club of Bangor

Cat joined Bangor Housing in 2012 as the Director of Community Outreach, working to create and implement programs that would enhance the experiences and opportunities of families in the public housing community. In 2014, she opened the Boys & Girls Club of Bangor, a positive place for kids that has quickly become a second home, an extended family, and a life-changer for many. The club offers hope and opportunity to children and families who have…
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Featured Stories

Read more about the work of the John T. Gorman Foundation and its partners.

2023 Direct Services Grant Program Now Open!
March 2, 2023 | JTGF News & Updates

Six Statistics That Make the Case for Going Upstream for Maine Children
February 28, 2023 | JTGF News & Updates

Lewiston’s Childcare Business Lab
February 28, 2023 | JTGF News & Updates