Member Spotlight: Friends of Casco Bay
If you are a resident, or even a visitor, of greater Portland, you know Casco Bay. You recognize its blue waters, picturesque lighthouses, and have seen the many boats and sailboats at work and play on the water year-round. But do you know who protects these waters? Who advocates and conducts research to ensure the […]...
March 2024 News
It’s spring in Maine! That means sunshine, daffodils and crocuses sprouting up, warmth, mud– wait, wait, maybe it means ice– or wait, maybe a snow storm. It could mean anything! Maine is often quite fickle in spring time, and we never know what weather to expect. But we relish every ray of sunshine, every bit […]...
Member Spotlight: Consumers for Affordable Health Care
When dealing with health insurance, have you ever said to yourself, “this doesn’t seem fair” or, “wait, this can’t be right?” Have you ever had a loved one tell you they don’t know which coverage choice is best for them? Or wondered how we can change health care policy to make a difference in helping […]...
February 2024 News
What a great start to 2024 here at MaineShare! So far this year, we have been planning exciting updates and expansions to MaineShare, we have spent time in collaboration about organizational culture at Maine Initiatives, and we held our first quarterly meeting of the MaineShare Advisory Council. And recently, we were so thrilled and honored […]...
January 2024 news
The New Year has arrived with joy and wonder at MaineShare. We are so grateful for the ways we could support the community in 2023, and are looking creatively and thoughtfully at the ways we can grow in 2024. This month, we are distributing $133,114.21 in funds to our legacy organizations to support their tremendous […]...
Member Spotlight: Southern Maine Workers’ Center
Maine is a community full of workers, in all different sectors, supporting their families, and keeping our neighborhoods afloat. But if they are experiencing challenges, who is there to support them? Southern Maine Workers’ Center (SMWC) is an invaluable resource in our community who provide movement building, advocacy for, and education to the working class […]...
Warm Wishes- MaineShare’s December Newsletter
For many of us here in Maine, the end of 2023 is coming with twists and turns. Mainers are resilient, however, and Mainers take care of each other. And I still feel the joy of the season surrounding, even in these times of challenge. Our MaineShare members also bring care, resilience, and joy to our […]...
MaineShare’s November Newsletter
During this time of giving and gratitude, I would be remiss to not thank YOU- our MaineShare community. Our MaineShare community has raised unrestricted funds to make our member organizations more sustainable and adaptable in meeting the needs of their communities. You have increased awareness of the incredible work done by our groups to make […]...
MaineShare’s October 2023 Newsletter
This is a tragic and devastating time. The right words to say don’t exist during some of the darkest of days here in Maine. We all have been impacted in a myriad of ways, and I share my deep sympathy to the loved ones of the victims and solidarity with the communities touched by this […]...
Member Spotlight: Maine Center for Economic Policy
Late summer and early fall have been a busy season for MaineShare members related to gatherings and events! I have been lucky enough to attend a handful of these, and they always provide me with knowledge, inspiration, and a renewed gratitude and appreciation for the work our members do, and the ways that MaineShare supports […]...
Being a Good Citizen: MaineShare’s September Newsletter
Being a good citizen is personal– there is more than one way– and practicing citizenship is a great way to strengthen our local communities. Read on to learn more about how our MaineShare groups are practicing good citizenship and improving communities in Maine!...
Workplace Giving is Back! MaineShare’s August Newsletter
We are fast approaching MaineShare Workplace Giving season! Last year, we raised over $309,000 in pledges in our workplace giving campaign, which supports the growth and sustainability of the amazing work of our member groups! This year, our aim is even higher, as we add additional giving options to our campaign. Giving to MaineShare allows […]...
Member Spotlight: Friends of Casco Bay
If you are a resident, or even a visitor, of greater Portland, you know Casco Bay. You recognize its blue waters, picturesque lighthouses, and have seen the many boats and sailboats at work and play on the water year-round. But do you know who protects these waters? Who advocates and conducts research to ensure the […]...
March 2024 News
It’s spring in Maine! That means sunshine, daffodils and crocuses sprouting up, warmth, mud– wait, wait, maybe it means ice– or wait, maybe a snow storm. It could mean anything! Maine is often quite fickle in spring time, and we never know what weather to expect. But we relish every ray of sunshine, every bit […]...
Member Spotlight: Consumers for Affordable Health Care
When dealing with health insurance, have you ever said to yourself, “this doesn’t seem fair” or, “wait, this can’t be right?” Have you ever had a loved one tell you they don’t know which coverage choice is best for them? Or wondered how we can change health care policy to make a difference in helping […]...
February 2024 News
What a great start to 2024 here at MaineShare! So far this year, we have been planning exciting updates and expansions to MaineShare, we have spent time in collaboration about organizational culture at Maine Initiatives, and we held our first quarterly meeting of the MaineShare Advisory Council. And recently, we were so thrilled and honored […]...
January 2024 news
The New Year has arrived with joy and wonder at MaineShare. We are so grateful for the ways we could support the community in 2023, and are looking creatively and thoughtfully at the ways we can grow in 2024. This month, we are distributing $133,114.21 in funds to our legacy organizations to support their tremendous […]...
Member Spotlight: Southern Maine Workers’ Center
Maine is a community full of workers, in all different sectors, supporting their families, and keeping our neighborhoods afloat. But if they are experiencing challenges, who is there to support them? Southern Maine Workers’ Center (SMWC) is an invaluable resource in our community who provide movement building, advocacy for, and education to the working class […]...
Warm Wishes- MaineShare’s December Newsletter
For many of us here in Maine, the end of 2023 is coming with twists and turns. Mainers are resilient, however, and Mainers take care of each other. And I still feel the joy of the season surrounding, even in these times of challenge. Our MaineShare members also bring care, resilience, and joy to our […]...
MaineShare’s November Newsletter
During this time of giving and gratitude, I would be remiss to not thank YOU- our MaineShare community. Our MaineShare community has raised unrestricted funds to make our member organizations more sustainable and adaptable in meeting the needs of their communities. You have increased awareness of the incredible work done by our groups to make […]...
MaineShare’s October 2023 Newsletter
This is a tragic and devastating time. The right words to say don’t exist during some of the darkest of days here in Maine. We all have been impacted in a myriad of ways, and I share my deep sympathy to the loved ones of the victims and solidarity with the communities touched by this […]...
Member Spotlight: Maine Center for Economic Policy
Late summer and early fall have been a busy season for MaineShare members related to gatherings and events! I have been lucky enough to attend a handful of these, and they always provide me with knowledge, inspiration, and a renewed gratitude and appreciation for the work our members do, and the ways that MaineShare supports […]...
Being a Good Citizen: MaineShare’s September Newsletter
Being a good citizen is personal– there is more than one way– and practicing citizenship is a great way to strengthen our local communities. Read on to learn more about how our MaineShare groups are practicing good citizenship and improving communities in Maine!...
Workplace Giving is Back! MaineShare’s August Newsletter
We are fast approaching MaineShare Workplace Giving season! Last year, we raised over $309,000 in pledges in our workplace giving campaign, which supports the growth and sustainability of the amazing work of our member groups! This year, our aim is even higher, as we add additional giving options to our campaign. Giving to MaineShare allows […]...