United Way Southern Maine’s Fall Public Policy Update United Way of Southern Maine wants every eligible voter to have the opportunity to cast your ballot. It’s a great way to let your voice be heard
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE May 2, 2022 Greetings Community Advocates, THANK YOU! With your help, we achieved some major victories for our community during the Second Regular Session of the 130th Maine Legislature. Today, we are celebrating. We
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE March 23, 2022 Greetings Community Advocates, This week is expected to see a lot of activity around the supplemental budget. The Appropriations and Financial Affairs Committee is busy holding work sessions to discuss
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE March 9, 2022 Greetings Community Advocates, It’s almost time to spring forward! As Daylight Savings Time begins and we get closer to the end of the Legislative Session, many decisions will be made
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE February 16, 2022 Greetings Community Advocates, Thank you for taking action and using your voice to make real change in our community and across the state. Welcome to our regular Legislative Update for
For many families, childcare is a growing expense. Lindsey and her husband, Jonathan, pay $18,000 in childcare costs for their two daughters. Even as a dual income household, the family could not cover the amount without compromise.
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE January 13, 2022 Greetings Community Advocate, Welcome to a new year and a new round of bi-weekly Legislative Updates from United Way of Southern Maine (UWSM). This update is our welcome back communication
From her family to her community, Cassandra prioritizes helping others. “No matter what I do in life, I’m always going to help people…that’s what I love,” said Cassandra. In her personal life, Cassandra cares for
LEGISLATIVE UPDATE June 18, 2021 Greetings Community Advocate, United Way of Greater Portland (UWGP) is pleased to present the June 18 edition of our Legislative Update. This edition is timed with the end of the