The United Way has released a report illustrating where our country is, despite a reduction in unemployment since the 2008 recession ended. 2018 Applications to UMC’s Grants Program reflect the same reality that is illustrated in this study – even working families can’t afford the basics, right here in Midcoast Maine! We are currently reviewing nearly 60…
United Midcoast Charities (UMC) has received a gold seal on its nonprofit profile at GuideStar, a leading source of information about nonprofit organizations. The gold seal, which recognizes a commitment to transparency, places UMC in the top five percent of nonprofit organizations listed on GuideStar’s website. UMC’s GuideStar profile shares in-depth information about its goals,…
Details about UMC’s grant review process and it’s time to spread the word about our Grants and Dance Celebration! Plus, you won’t want to miss the helpful resources Megan shares in this edition – click here to read all of our May Nonprofit News!
The Nonprofit Finance Fund has surveyed 3,400 nonprofit leaders across all 50 states to boil down what is happening across our sector. The results they present include many interesting affirmations of the work and the needs and challenges we are seeing here in Midcoast Maine.
If you are interested in helping neighbors in need and you want help vetting your options, giving to UMC is a great choice. We do all of the work mentioned in this New York Times article – digging into financials, verifying charitable status, site visits. In fact, our Grants Committee and Board Members are out…
I admit, being in the nonprofit world, we often witness the recurring issues that are present in our communities but I recently came across this article which emphasized to me just how prevalent it is across America to struggle to meet basic needs.
NEED A RIDE? Here is an exciting new resource: Mid-Coast Public Transportation is now running hourly trips between Pen Bay Medical Center and Walmart on the DASH bus. Check out the ROCKLAND DASH Schedule and SPREAD THE WORD!
Save the Date for a dance party and check out some helpful resources Megan has been referencing – click here to read all of our April Nonprofit News!
Here are some resources Megan has been referencing – click the here to read all of our March Nonprofit News! MEGAN’S BOOKMARKS Budgeting for Nonprofits National Council of Nonprofits Resources for Nonprofit Financial Management (Program budget template) The Wallace Foundation Principles for Good Practice and Ethical Practice Resource Center Independent Sector 5 Things to Never Say…
United Midcoast Charities (UMC) has announced a new strategic direction that emphasizes identifying needs and finding solutions in four focus areas addressed by local nonprofit organizations: food, housing, health & safety and economic security. The new direction comes after an intensive two-year strategic planning process that involved UMC’s agency partners, community members, donors and others.…
