Capacity Building
United Midcoast Charities’ capacity-building programs build equity by expanding nonprofits’ ability to assist those in need by helping them become more efficient, sustainable, attractive to other funders, and deliver data-informed outcomes. Agencies can better serve Mainers when they are fully resourced, follow fiscally sound policies, and have excellent program design and evaluation, supported by a highly engaged staff and board members.
Learn With UMC programs enable local nonprofits to better serve their clients through greater efficiency, organizational stability, improved governance, more robust funding, and a data-informed focus on outcomes. We design these offerings in collaboration with our Nonprofit Advisory Council, a group of high-performing direct service organizations serving vulnerable populations in our area.
The Nonprofit Advisory Council members agree that in addition to ongoing operational support, their greatest need is for capacity-building support, guidance, and expert advice. Less than 30% of more than 50 surveyed agencies have any budget for professional development funds, and accessing programs in Bangor or Portland requires expensive travel and additional staff time. Based on this feedback, and aiming to create equitable opportunities for all, UMC provides professional workshops, individual coaching, networking, and consultation right here in Midcoast Maine.
We are currently the only organization providing nonprofit professional development and technical assistance in the Midcoast. More than 85% of attendees report that they would be otherwise unable to access this kind of training and support.
Workshop topics are fluid and based on needs within the community. For a list of current offerings please sign up to be on our invitation list by sending an email to: Admin@UnitedMidcoastCharities.org.
United Midcoast Charities offers many workshops and learning opportunities throughout the year. To view upcoming events, click here.
If you have a pressing organizational need or inquiry that falls outside of our workshop offerings, you may contact us at 207-236-2299 to request information or consultation.
