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February 2022 Volunteer Newsletter

February 2022 Volunteer Newsletter United Way of Southern Maine can connect you with one-time opportunities and events that help our community, tools for hosting a collection of needed items, as well as ongoing and regularly

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UNITED WAY OF SOUTHERN MAINE ANNOUNCES RECIPIENTS OF SECOND RACIAL EQUITY FUND INVESTMENT

United Way of Southern Maine (UWSM) announced it is granting more than $170,000 to four organizations through its Racial Equity Fund. Thanks to founding funding partner, IDEXX, and individual donations from community members, United Way of Southern Maine’s Racial Equity Fund (REF) supports and strengthens organizations led by and serving people of color, while advancing the work at the heart of the community developed Thrive2027 initiative.  

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UWSM Legislative Update, 1/13/2022

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

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January 2022 Volunteer Newsletter

January 2022 Volunteer Newsletter United Way of Southern Maine can connect you with one-time opportunities and events that help our community, tools for hosting a collection of needed items, as well as ongoing and regularly

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Fast Facts about Planned Giving

If you hear “planned giving” and think it’s only for people older or wealthier than you—or that it’s just too confusing—you’re not alone. However, planned giving is for people of all ages and economic statuses,

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Collection Drives Make Us Hopeful  

Collection Drives Make Us Hopeful While United Way of Southern Maine works to address the root causes of complex challenges holding people back, our organization also addresses immediate needs because vulnerable individuals cannot find the stability they need to thrive if they do not have their essential needs met.   

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December 2021 Volunteer Newsletter

December 2021 Volunteer Newsletter United Way of Southern Maine can connect you with one-time opportunities and events that help our community, tools for hosting a collection of needed items, as well as ongoing and regularly

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