Our Focus Areas

The core values of the donor, Charles Francis Adams, are at the helm of the work of the Charles F. and Beatrice D. Adams Charitable Trust. He instructed the Trustees to carry on his commitment to enriching lives, backing talent, engaging volunteers and improving communities. He wanted the Trust to support talented leaders and key organizations when such backing could make a significant difference.

The Trustees of the Charles F. and Beatrice D. Adams Charitable Trust identified two focus areas where the needs are great and private sector resources are limited:

• Downeast Maine, a geographic region the donor knew and loved from his sailing adventures. Read more.
• Children’s Behavioral Health in Massachusetts, a complex array of issues facing families with a need for resources and advocacy for children. Read more.