Our Mission:
To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.
To improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.
Our Vision:
A connected community where everyone belongs, has the resources they need, and can fulfill their potential.
A connected community where everyone belongs, has the resources they need, and can fulfill their potential.
Our Values:
Community. Compassion. Belonging. Action.
Community. Compassion. Belonging. Action.
Together, we give kids the best start, build financial stability, and help everyone live healthy and connected lives. Investing in United Way is the best way to make a difference in the lives of individuals and families throughout the Mid Coast. Join us!
What Does United Way Do?
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ALICE in Maine: A Study of Financial Hardship
United Ways of Maine have released the inaugural report “ALICE in Maine: A Study of Financial Hardship”, which shines a light on the financial hardships faced by individuals and families across the state. ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) represents many of us, our family members, friends, co-workers, and neighbors. The ALICE in Maine report, County snapshots, and datasheets, are available at www.aliceinmaine.org. We are grateful to the John T. Gorman Foundation for providing funding for the report.
The ALICE Report reveals that households living below the ALICE threshold, including those living in poverty, represent:
• 46% of Brunswick and 38% of Harpswell (both up 1%)
• 41% of Knox County
• 41% of Lincoln County
• 38% of Sagadahoc County (up 4%)
Unfortunately, this data isn’t surprising; many of us live paycheck-to-paycheck and struggle to survive and thrive. Our hope is that we can use the report to quantify and discuss the financial challenges of this critical population and continue to work together to find ways to help give kids the best start, build financial stability, and help all of us live healthy and connected lives.
The ALICE Report reveals that households living below the ALICE threshold, including those living in poverty, represent:
• 46% of Brunswick and 38% of Harpswell (both up 1%)
• 41% of Knox County
• 41% of Lincoln County
• 38% of Sagadahoc County (up 4%)
Unfortunately, this data isn’t surprising; many of us live paycheck-to-paycheck and struggle to survive and thrive. Our hope is that we can use the report to quantify and discuss the financial challenges of this critical population and continue to work together to find ways to help give kids the best start, build financial stability, and help all of us live healthy and connected lives.
Here's how your investment in United Way of Mid Coast Maine made a difference last year, thank you!
| 2024-2025 Community Impact Report |
Sponsor United Way of Mid Coast Maine's Loaned Executive Program!
United Way of Mid Coast Maine is looking for sponsors (organizations or individuals) to support our Loaned Executive/Campaign Coordinator Program. This mission critical program helps United Way raise funds for our 50 local partner programs and initiatives. Support will help hire two temporary campaign coordinators. Sponsorship level range: $5,000-$20,000. Please contact Nicole for more information. Thank you for your consideration.
Thank you to our 2025-2026 campaign sponsors: L.L.Bean and Bath Savings!
To learn more about the program, watch this interview with United Way board member, Anne Morong, formerly of L.L.Bean.
Thank you to our 2025-2026 campaign sponsors: L.L.Bean and Bath Savings!
To learn more about the program, watch this interview with United Way board member, Anne Morong, formerly of L.L.Bean.
Community Response Initiative
Building Youth Hope
Please read our new report, "Building Youth Hope" and access a youth and family resource map on our "Connecting to Tomorrow" webpage.
Maximize Your Investment, Become a Sustained Donor
Have you considered becoming a sustained donor? Setting up recurring giving, either monthly or quarterly, ensures your continued support and maximizes your investment. If you are interested in becoming a sustained donor and are a:
- New donor: make your gift here, and choose a monthly or quarterly schedule.
- Current donor: please contact us at 207-443-9752 or email [email protected]
Community Volunteer Spotlight: John Portela
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United Way of Mid Coast Maine values the inherent worth of every single person in our community. Our values demand that we work for equity, justice, and for everyone to be fully included. We stand opposed to all forms of discrimination or harassment, including that based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, disability, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), genetics, and economic status. We are an equal opportunity employer and support affirmative action.
To read our Diversity and Non-Discrimination Policy, click here.
To read our Code of Ethics, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy, click here.
To read our Diversity and Non-Discrimination Policy, click here.
To read our Code of Ethics, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Policy, click here.
