At a recent event, United Way of Greater Portland’s Women United announced an investment of $150,415 into the community. Of the investment, $107,415 will go to the continued support of Project WIN (Women In Neighborhood), a two-generation approach… Read More
United Way of Greater Portland announced that since the launch of its volunteer website on Friday, June 14, over 700 individuals submitted applications to volunteer to support those seeking asylum in Portland.
“The outpouring of support from the community is remarkable,” said Liz Cotter Schlax, President & CEO, United Way of Greater Portland. “We cannot thank the volunteers enough for raising their hands in support of our community.”
Join Brick & Beam Society for an evening of connection and community October 28 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. for the 6th Annual Community Night at Bunker Brewing Co in Portland. Program highlights include intimate deep dives... Read More
A fall celebration of the progress of our first United Way of Southern Maine campaign, connection, and opportunity to meet the artist behind hopeful. Please note this event is invite only.
On your mark, get set, let’s #bookitforbrickandbeam, Brick & Beam Society’s first virtual 5K run. Over two weeks, from November 7 to November 21, run 5k to raise funds and awareness for local programs bringing STEAM and literacy... Read More
United Way of Southern Maine is seeking volunteers to participate in two free virtual Mental Health First Aid trainings on November 9th from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm. Part of a menu of signature engagement opportunities related to... Read More
Help alleviate diaper need in our community. Join United Way of Southern Maine (UWSM) for Family Day of Action, Sunday, November 21, for a drive-thru diaper drive benefitting the Michael Klahr Jewish Family Services Diaper Bank. Diaper need... Read More
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United Way of Greater Portland’s Women United announces an investment of $150,415 into the community
Last Updated: July 18, 2019 by Ken Holmes Leave a Comment
At a recent event, United Way of Greater Portland’s Women United announced an investment of $150,415 into the community. Of the investment, $107,415 will go to the continued support of Project WIN (Women In Neighborhood), a two-generation approach… Read More
Category: News, Press Release, Women United Tags: Asylum seekers
Press Release: United Way Receives Over 900 Volunteer Applications in Support of City Efforts to Assist Asylum Seekers
Last Updated: June 16, 2019 by Kristin Chase Duffy Leave a Comment
United Way of Greater Portland announced that since the launch of its volunteer website on Friday, June 14, over 700 individuals submitted applications to volunteer to support those seeking asylum in Portland.
“The outpouring of support from the community is remarkable,” said Liz Cotter Schlax, President & CEO, United Way of Greater Portland. “We cannot thank the volunteers enough for raising their hands in support of our community.”
Category: News, Press Release, Volunteer Tags: Asylum seekers
Looking to help asylum seekers
Last Updated: July 30, 2019 by Kristin Chase Duffy Leave a Comment
Looking for ways to help asylum seekers?
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