Maine Philanthropy Center

Come join Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) and Maine Philanthropy Center on December 13th for a session on preparing for the next legislative session. Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eqtwsa_M

Are you curious about what guaranteed income is and its impact in Maine? Join us for a conversation with experts in this field on Wednesday, December 4th at 10:00am. We'll be joined by: Amanda Comeau, Board Member, Maine Basic Income Security Committee Michael Howard, Co-Chair, Maine Basic Income Security Committee Victoria Morales, Executive Director, Quality Housing Coalition Peace Mutesi, Project HOME Trust Manager, Quality Housing Coalition To learn more or register, visit: https://lnkd.in/ghMGiR3G

We urge you to contact Maine’s federal delegation and voice your opposition to H.R. 9495, specifically Section 4, which grants broad and unchecked authority to label nonprofits as 'terrorist-supporting'. Here are some key points you can share with the Maine delegation: 🔷 Lack of Transparency: H.R.9495 gives the Treasury Secretary excessive authority to label nonprofits as "terrorist-supporting" without requiring evidence disclosure, risking arbitrary decisions. 🔷 Due Process Concerns: The bill undermines constitutional protections by forcing nonprofits to prove their innocence within just 90 days. 🔷 Harm to the Sector: A false designation can irreparably damage an organization's reputation, disrupt operations, and erode public trust. 🔷 Threat to Humanitarian Aid: The bill could penalize nonprofits delivering life-saving aid in conflict zones, discouraging vital work. 🔷 Redundant Regulations: Existing laws already address material support to terrorism, making these provisions unnecessary and overly burdensome. We've heard that this will be up for a vote today or tomorrow. It is important that we all use our voices and power to advocate for the protection of our sector and advance equity. Below are more resources on this issue: Fund the People's Google doc which contains a more detailed breakdown and call scripts: https://lnkd.in/gMnEjXEw A joint statement from Council on Foundations, Independent Sector, National Council of Nonprofits, and United Philanthropy Forum: https://lnkd.in/ge9JnrRX Nonprofit AF's resources page: https://lnkd.in/ghkBrsix MPC's resource page for federal delegate contact info: https://lnkd.in/g3WvkRQw

On October first, our incredible community gathered to hear Marcus Walton from Grantmakers for Effective Organizations (GEO) speak on how to continue to move racial equity work forward. He was joined by local leaders Dr. Idella Glenn, Laura K. Lee, Julia Sleeper-Whiting, M. Gabriela Alcalde, MPH, DrPH and Lelia DeAndrade for an inspiring conversation on their experiences here in Maine. A powerful experience for everyone in the room!

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Listen in today at 11 as we talk funders, nonprofits, and grantwriting in Maine. It will surely be an exciting start to your Friday morning and will kick your weekend off right!

On October 22nd from 9-11am, we will be joining our colleagues at CCS Fundraising for an overview of the current philanthropic landscape. Our own Robert Burnett will present on Maine data. Following the presentation, a panel of folks from Maine Community Foundation Colby College and Cross Cultural Community Services. For more information and to register visit: https://lnkd.in/e4zRNWKu

Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) just published their 2024 Maine Nonprofit Wages and Benefits Survey. Such a good report to inform your work!

So excited to have partnered with Maine Association of Nonprofits (MANP) and Nonprofit VOTE to create this voter engagement toolkit!

We are so excited to be hosting this incredible line-up next week. Join us at 317 Main Community Music Center for a conversation about continuing to commit to critical racial equity work. This event will include a panel of Marcus Walton, Dr. Idella Glenn, M. Gabriela Alcalde, MPH, DrPH, Julia Sleeper-Whiting, Laura K. Lee, and Lelia DeAndrade. Join us! https://lnkd.in/gpGxc9m4