Our Mission Our mission is to improve the lives of people in Eastern Maine by mobilizing the caring power of people and communities. History United Way of Eastern Maine was founded in 1937 so that local, community volunteers could raise and distribute money to those in need. After more than seventy-two years, this principle hasn't changed. United Way provides leadership for collaborative initiatives, supports volunteerism, and is the largest private funder of health and human service agencies in our community. We bring together human, financial and strategic resources to strengthen children and families, support seniors, meet people's basic needs, and promote self-sufficiency for all people.  United Way is a local, independent, nonprofit organization.

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United Way partners with the Creating Assets, $avings and Hope (CA$H) coalition to provide free tax assistance and financial resources to individuals in Eastern Maine. More than 2,800 low and moderate income individuals have received free tax preparation and financial resource support. The work of the coalition has brought more than $2 million in refund monies to Eastern Maine. Read more.