Preserving Traditions
Gina Brooks, a master Maliseet artist from St. Mary’s First Nation in New Brunswick, Canada, teaches the art of etching designs on birch bark panels during a two-day workshop at the Maliseet Boys and...
View ArticleVolunteer Profile: Exploring the Challenge
Meet Sara Stockwell, Oxford County Committee advisor and a dedicated volunteer.
View ArticleInspired Philanthropy
Courtney Collins draws on her life experiences in supporting a range of causes, from conservation to racial equity.
View ArticleKeeping Pace With Needs
In 2018, its 25th year of grantmaking at the community foundation, Maine Charity Foundation Fund’s advisory committee has focused on a challenge that confronts nearly one-third of older Mainers: lack...
View ArticleNurturing Aspirations Through Mentoring
Ray and Sandy Gauvin of Mapleton established Aroostook Aspirations Initiative in 2013 to help county students not only gain an education but also remain in Maine.
View ArticleExploring the Future of Fishing
Maine’s coastline becomes a classroom each year for teens who have grown up with the sea in their hearts. Now in its sixth year, the Eastern Maine Skippers Program is teaching students from nine high...
View ArticleBuilding a Connected Future
MaineCF is working to increase connectivity across the state, especially in rural areas where too many residents still lack adequate high-speed internet service.
View ArticleBy Land or by Sea
Two programs supported by MaineCF connect students to their communities and help pave paths toward ocean or forestry careers.
View ArticleProfessional Advisor: Nothing is Constant Except Change
Bangor’s Jean Deighan recalls the Penobscot County Fund’s beginnings and the benefits of giving.
View ArticlePresident’s Page
With 2019 well under way, this edition of Maine Ties offers a handful of stories that highlight our work in donor services, community and county grantmaking, and professional advisor outreach.
View ArticleRoger N. Heald Fund: Preserving Maine’s Landscape
A nearly $9 million bequest to MaineCF from an anonymous donor will triple the size of MaineCF grantmaking for conservation beginning next year. The Roger N. Heald Fund, half dedicated to conservation...
View ArticleEileen Conlon: Instant Entrepreneur
Eileen Conlon’s first sign that she might launch her startup business at age 65 was, well, a sign. She and her husband Gary Lenox, transplants from Boston to northern Maine and then Wells, saw it three...
View ArticleMike Mwenedata: Inspired by Rwanda
Mike Mwenedata’s big idea started small, in a coffee shop with free Wi-Fi where he watched customer after customer fork over $4 for a cup of joe.
View ArticleCyndi Prince: Committed to Healthy Homes
Cyndi Prince’s first steps toward a growing entrepreneurial business began with an experiment in her Camden laundry room. She’d just started her family and wanted to use the safest products – starting...
View ArticleA Trail of Art
A patchwork of public art created by 600 children has put Maine on the American Barn Quilt Trail.
View ArticleProfessional Advisor: Keep the Conversation Going
Damariscotta attorney Matthew Newman takes a team approach to understanding his clients’ philanthropic vision.
View ArticleThe Sargent Family Pool
Herb Sargent was devoted to supporting youth development, especially in Penobscot County. His daughters share his passion – and continue his commitment.
View ArticleCaring for Community
Together, Dee Sabattus, Brian Bernatchez, and Brooke Parish expand the community knowledge – and geographic reach – of MaineCF’s Board.
View ArticleProfessional Advisor: Remembering his Roots
Portland financial planner John Beliveau is helping deliver food to families in the Rumford area during the COVID-19 crisis.
View ArticleEyes on the Future
The state’s climate change initiative gets support from Maine funders.
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