United Midcoast Charities

Unlocking Fundraising Success: UMC’s October LEARN@UMC Workshop with CCS Fundraising
2025-10-08 09:00 - 10:30 (America/New_York) | United Midcoast Charities Conference room, 87 Elm St, #208, Camden, ME, 04843, United States
United Midcoast Charities (UMC) is pleased to announce the next session in its popular LEARN@UMC series: Unlocking Success: Choosing the Right Fundraising Counsel for Your Organization. The workshop will be led by Sarah Emerson, Senior Vice President at CCS Fundraising, and will take place on Wednesday, October 8 from 9am – 10:30am at the UMC offices in Camden. This is one you won’t want to miss.
In today’s competitive nonprofit landscape, choosing the right fundraising consultant can make all the difference in achieving development goals. During this interactive workshop, Emerson will guide participants through the key factors to consider when evaluating and selecting fundraising counsel. Topics will include:

The role and benefits of hiring a consultant
How external partners differ from in-house development teams
Criteria for assessing the best fit for your organization
Real-world examples of successful partnerships

The session is designed to equip nonprofit leaders, board members, and development staff with practical tools to make informed decisions that support sustainable fundraising success.
About the Presenter
Sarah Emerson has more than 20 years of experience helping nonprofits maximize their impact. Since joining CCS Fundraising in 2015, she has led dozens of organizations through major campaigns, development assessments, and strategic planning processes. Her expertise spans areas such as campaign management, donor trend analysis, and board training. A Maine native, Emerson is passionate about partnering with nonprofit leaders to design comprehensive plans that drive long-term growth.
Registration is now open. The workshop is free for current UMC grantee organizations and available to other area nonprofits for a $20 fee. Space is limited, so early registration is encouraged. To RSVP, call 207-236-2299 or email admin@unitedmidcoastcharities.org.

Waldo County Volunteer Recruitment Expo
2025-10-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Waldo County YMCA, 157 Lincolnville Ave, Belfast, ME, 04915, United States
Are you passionate about making a difference or looking for a meaningful way to give back? Join us for the Volunteer Recruitment Expo, hosted by UMC, and sponsored by the Waldo County YMCA, 106.9 Frank FM, and 105.5 The Wave. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor of this community-wide event please reach out to Eileen at UMC at 207-236-2299.
Why Attend?

Connect with Local Nonprofit Organizations and Agencies. Meet representatives from various organizations in need of volunteers like you.
Explore Volunteer Opportunities: Discover roles that align with your interests and availability.
Make an Impact: Learn how your unique skills and passions can benefit the greater good.

Event Details:

Date: Tuesday, October 14, 2025
Time: 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
Location: Waldo County YMCA, 157 Lincolnville Ave, Belfast, ME 04915
FREE to attend, all ages welcome.

Thank you to our sponsors
