The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Maine

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

TO HOLD AND MANAGE ASSETS AND DISTRIBUTE THE EARNINGS AS SCHOLARSHIPS TO GRADUATES OF MSAD 32 WHO WISH TO PURSUE POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION WILL LEAD AND FUND INNOVATIVE PROJECTS THAT ENHANCE RESILIENCY BY SUPPORTING COMMUNITY AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, ENSURING THE PRESENCE OF WORKFORCE HOUSING, EXPANDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, INCFREASING ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE AND OPERATING A FOOD PANTRY TO SERVE THE ILL, NEEDY, OR CHILDREN IN THE TOWN OF ST. GEORGE AND ITS VILAGES- TENANTS HARBOR AND PORT CLYDE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide supportive services which help people obtain and remain in suitable housing.

MISSION:

THE CHILDREN'S ORAL HEALTH NETWORK IS A NETWORK OF ORGANIZATIONS AND INDIVIDUALS UNITED BY A SHARED MISSION: TO MAKE MAINE A PLACE WHERE ALL CHILDREN CAN GROW UP FREE FROM PREVENTABLE DENTAL DISEASE.

MISSION:

THE AUGUSTA FOOD BANK PROVIDES A SUPPLEMENTAL SOURCE OF FOOD TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NEED.

MISSION:

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT - WE CONTINUE TO SEE ACTIVITY IN BUSINESS EXPANSION, AS REFLECTED ON OUR RETURN. THIS IS CREATING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES AND INCREASED TAX BASE. THESE ARE THE OBJECTS OF OUR PROGRAMS. A POPULATION OF ABOUT 60,000 IN THE LEWISTON AND SURROUNDING AREA BENEFIT FROM OUR EFFORTS.

MISSION:

A OUTDOOR-BASED MENTORING PROGRAM THAT HELPS YOUNG PEOPLE DISCOVER AND DEVELOP THEIR INHERENT STRENGTHS TO PROMOTE PERSONAL GROWTH THROUGH LONG-TERM RELATIONSHIPS, EXPERIENTIAL PROGRAMMING, A NETWORK OF COMMUNITY SUPPORTS AND TRAINS OTHERS TO DO THE SAME.

MISSION:

MCSF MISSION IS TO INCREASE THE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND INCREASE THE PARENTAL INVOLVEMENT FOR THE CHILDERN OF LOW INCOME FAMILIES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

MISSION:

PROVIDE FOR THE CARE, FEEDING, HOUSING AND PLACEMENT OF UNWANTED ANIMALS SERVING NUMEROUS CLIENTELE OVER THE COURSE OF THE YEAR.

MISSION:

EMERGENCY SERVICE FOR WASHINGTON COUNTY, MAINE, PROVIDING SERVICES FOR MEMBERS AND OUTLYING COMMUNITIES

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF ITNAMERICA IS TO SUPPORT SUSTAINABLE, COMMUNITY-BASED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES FOR SENIORS AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED THROUGHOUT THE WORLD BY BUILDING A SENIOR TRANSPORTATION NETWORK THROUGH RESEARCH, POLICY ANALYSIS, AND EDUCATION.

MISSION:

TO INCULCATE THE PRINCIPLES OF CHARITY, JUSTICE, BROTHERLY LOVE AND FIDELITY; TO RECOGNIZE A BELIEF IN GOD; TO PROMOTE THE WELFARE AND ENHANCE THE HAPPINESS OF ITS MEMBERS TO QUICKEN THE SPIRIT OF AMERICAN PATRIOTISM; TO CULTIVATE GOOD FELLOWSHIP

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the residential options exclusively for older adults who want to have a simpler, maintenance-free lifestyle and enjoy the company of peers with common interests, or who require a moderate amount of support in the activities of daily living to maintain independent living.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to sponsor, organize and promote fairs and festivals. Includes collectible/antique fairs, county and state fairs, street fairs, festivals, parades, and other similar activities during religious and patriotic holidays and other special occasions.

MISSION:

TO CARRY OUT THE BETTERMENT OF CONDITIONS FOR WORKERS, THE IMPROVEMENT OF THE GRADE OF THEIR PRODUCTS AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF A HIGH DEGREE OF EFFICIENCY IN THEIR RESPECTIVE OCCUPATIONS.

MISSION:

THE SEA MEADOW MARINE FOUNDATION PRESERVES MAINE'S WORKING WATERFRONT THROUGH A COLLABORATIVE, SUSTAINABLE APPROACH TO REGENERATE OUR COAST, IMPROVE MARINE AND PUBLIC HEALTH, AND PROTECT OUR MARITIME HERITAGE. MAINE'S COASTAL LANDS ARE UNDER INCREASING PRESSURE FROM REAL ESTATE DEVELOPERS. OUR PRIMARY GOAL IS TO PRESERVE AND MAINTAIN AFFORDABLE ACCESS TO THE WORKING WATERFRONT FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO MAKE THEIR LIVING FROM THE SEA. OUR MAIN PROGRAM IS LEASING SPACE/ACCESS TO THESE GROUPS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.