Marginal Way Preservation Fund

Name

Marginal Way Preservation Fund

Legal name

Marginal Way Preservation Fund

Website

https://www.marginalwayfund.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2010

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Nonprofit Land Conservation & Preservation

akta.pro primary industry

Land Trusts & Protected Areas (BPAGAGAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Historic Preservation & Landmarks Conservation (BPAGAHAE), Environmental & Climate Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAM)

Keywords

• Coastal path preservation
• Nonprofit fundraising
• Endowment management
• Memorial plaque program
• Community advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Ogunquit

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Individual Donations: Tax-deductible donations from individuals at various giving levels (Wanderers through Josiah Chase Lifetime), recognized annually and in reports. General donations are unrestricted and support maintenance, operations, and are moved to the endowment if excess.
2. Plaque Program: Premium bronze plaque inscriptions at Serenity Point for $10,000 per inscription ($2,500 non-refundable deposit required, balance due within two years). Fully tax-deductible and supports the permanent endowment.
3. Day of Distinction: Tribute program allowing donors to honor or remember someone special on a chosen day, with recognition on social media and a certificate. Priced at $250 per dedication.
4. Planned Gifts: Deferred charitable gifts through various tax-advantaged estate planning mechanisms with long-term impact for the community.
5. Gift of Stock: Donors can contribute stock, bonds, or mutual fund shares, which are tax-deductible at market value on the day of gift.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Marginal Way Preservation Fund is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises tax-deductible donations to fund the preservation, protection, and enhancement of the Marginal Way, a century-old coastal cliff path in Ogunquit, Maine. It channels contributions from individuals, planned givers, stock donors, plaque purchasers, and event attendees into repairs, maintenance, and a permanent endowment that supports the Town of Ogunquit's stewardship of the path.

Product overview

The Marginal Way Preservation Fund operates as a nonprofit organization offering a portfolio of giving programs centered on preserving the Marginal Way coastal path in Ogunquit, Maine. The core offerings include donation programs with tiered membership levels (from Wanderers at $100 to Josiah Chase Lifetime at $10,000+), a Plaque Program for memorial dedications at Serenity Point ($10,000 inscriptions), a Day of Distinction honor program ($250), and a live Webcam service. The Fund also conducts targeted campaigns such as the Storm Damage Repair Appeal to support path restoration efforts.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• Donation Programs Tax-deductible donation programs including one-time donations, planned gifts, stock gifts, and tribute gifts to honor or memorialize loved ones while supporting Marginal Way preservation.
• Giving Levels Membership Program Membership tiers recognizing donors: Josiah Chase Lifetime ($10,000+), Marginal Way Partner ($5,000-$9,999), Traveler ($2,500-$4,999), One Thousand Steps ($1,000-$2,499), Pave the Way ($500-$999), Adventurers ($250-$499), Century Walker ($100-$249), and Wanderers (up to $100).
• Plaque Program Bronze plaque dedications at Serenity Point honoring loved ones. $10,000 inscription fee with $2,500 non-refundable deposit; supports the permanent endowment fund. Each plaque recognizes 25 individuals or families with engraved names.
• Day of Distinction $250 tribute program to honor or remember someone special with recognition on social media and a certificate sent to the Distinguished Person.
• Marginal Way Webcam Live webcam service allowing users to view the Marginal Way coastal path, weather, and ocean conditions in real time from anywhere. Receives over 50,000 views annually.
• Storm Damage Repair Appeal Campaign raising funds for critical repairs to the Marginal Way after storm damage, with all funds directly supporting the Town of Ogunquit in restoring the path's structural integrity.

Quantifiable outcome

• Contributed nearly $1 million to the Town of Ogunquit in 2025 alone for storm damage repairs
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• Town of OgunquitcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Marginal Way Preservation Fund works in close collaboration with the Town of Ogunquit to preserve and repair the Marginal Way. The organization has committed substantial financial resources—including $500,000 immediately, up to $500,000 from the Storm Damage Campaign, and $100,000 annually—to support the Town in meeting the financial burden of restoring the path's structural integrity. This partnership transformed what appeared to be a decade-long repair effort into an immediate action plan.
• Walsh EngineeringcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerWalsh Engineering serves as the engineering firm for the Marginal Way, providing design, scope, and cost estimating services. Following the January 2024 storms, Walsh Engineering swiftly provided an emergency repair plan allowing the path to reopen. The firm identified 31 separate repair sites with an estimated total cost of approximately $3 million and developed a comprehensive sustainability plan.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• The Trust for Public Land: National nonprofit that conserves land for public use, including parks, trails, and natural areas. Comparable as a broader land-conservation incumbent using donor capital and partnerships to protect and steward public-facing natural assets.
• National Trust for Historic Preservation: National nonprofit focused on preserving historic places across the U.S. Comparable as a larger, established preservation organization operating in the historic and cultural landmark space, though with a broader portfolio than MWPF's single coastal path.
• The Nature Conservancy (Maine Chapter): Global environmental nonprofit with active Maine conservation programs focused on coastal and forest ecosystems. Comparable as a broader environmental incumbent in the same coastal stewardship space with overlapping donor constituencies in Maine.

Direct peers

• Appalachian Mountain Club: Northeast-based nonprofit dedicated to maintaining trails, huts, and natural areas for public enjoyment. Directly comparable as a trail/path preservation nonprofit reliant on donations, membership tiers, and volunteer stewardship of outdoor recreational assets.
• Friends of Acadia: Nonprofit fundraising partner for Acadia National Park supporting trail maintenance, preservation, and conservation projects. Directly comparable operating model: dedicated 501(c)(3) raising donor funds via tiered membership and special events to steward a beloved natural landmark.
• Maine Coast Heritage Trust: Maine-based nonprofit land trust that permanently conserves coastal and island lands across the state. Directly comparable as a Maine-focused coastal land preservation nonprofit dependent on donor capital to steward natural assets.
• Acadia National Park Conservancy: Nonprofit fundraising arm supporting conservation, trails, and preservation of Acadia National Park in Maine. Directly comparable model: dedicated 501(c)(3) raising donor funds for stewardship and infrastructure of a beloved Maine natural landmark.

Regional players

• Island Institute: Maine-based nonprofit focused on sustaining island and coastal communities, including environmental stewardship and coastal resilience. Comparable as a regional Maine organization working on coastal preservation and climate adaptation themes adjacent to MWPF's mission.
• Kennebunkport Conservation Trust: Local Maine land trust conserving natural areas in southern coastal Maine communities adjacent to Ogunquit. Comparable as a small-community coastal land conservation nonprofit with similar donor-base profile and mission scope.
• Maine Preservation Alliance: Statewide nonprofit advocating for preservation of Maine's historic and cultural places. Comparable as a Maine-focused preservation organization using advocacy and donor engagement, though with a broader portfolio including buildings and cultural sites.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/marginalwaypreservationfund
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/marginalwayfund

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles6 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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