United Way of Southern Maine’s 2025-26 Community Report is here, and I’m incredibly proud to share what you made possible over the past year.

We celebrated a huge milestone earlier this month: the ribbon cutting for the first United 4 Child Care center in South Portland.

This month marks an exciting milestone for me: one year as president and CEO of United Way of Southern Maine. After more than a decade with the organization, stepping into this role has deepened my perspective on what United Way makes possible—and where we’re heading next. I recently shared a few reflections on leadership, community, and the work ahead on our blog.