The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation honors the legacy of Mattina R. Proctor, a compassionate philanthropist dedicated to supporting charitable causes. The Foundation's mission is to continue Proctor's work, focusing on education, healthcare, music, and environmental stewardship in Maine and Massachusetts. It aims to fund projects and organizations that make a tangible difference in these areas, honoring Proctor's commitment to supporting those in need, protecting the environment, and enriching lives through the arts and education.
The Mattina R. Proctor Foundation (MRPF) provides targeted financial support to organizations and initiatives within Maine and Massachusetts that align with their areas of focus: education, healthcare, music, and environmental stewardship. Grants typically range from $2,500 to $50,000 and are mainly awarded for specific projects within a single year, with the occasional multi-year grant. MRPF prioritizes projects demonstrating a clear need within its focus areas. In education, it supports music, performance, traditional trades, and crafts education, with a keen interest in projects aiding underserved populations. In the arts, MRPF funds organizations that offer performance and education in fine music, arts, and media, especially opera, aiming to sustain the ongoing success of these initiatives through significant foundation support.