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Thank you so much for your interest in the Redington-Fairview General Hospital United Way Campaign. Together, we can impact the lives of 1 in 4 people in Somerset County. Please pledge today! Print off a paper pledge form That you can return to your payroll department allowing a payroll deduction gift Make a payroll pledge […]

As of Dec 31, 2021, all of Somerset County and the 5 Waldo County towns previously served by United Way of Mid Maine, will now be served by the United Way of Eastern Maine. The leadership of both UWs have initiated plans to ensure increased efficiencies and a seamless transition for the region. UWMM has […]

For Immediate Release: January 18, 2022  Media Contact: Joe Roberts Chief Development Officer joer@unitedwayem.org (207)262-6946  United Way of Eastern Maine Announces Geographic Expansion  Bangor, ME – Strengthening communities has never been more important, making this the optimal time for United Way of Eastern Maine and United Way of Mid Maine to officially align service areas; with […]

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ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA The following eligibility criteria will continue to be required to receive UWEM funding: Not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, educational institution, or municipality conducting a health and human service program in Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, Waldo, or Washington counties. Note: Somerset County grant process will be handled separately. Active board of directors that meets with a quorum […]

Info Sessions provide an overview of United Way of Eastern Maine, Opportunity 2028 Bold Goals, and the Strategic Investment Grants. These sessions include a summary of grant eligibility, requirements, timeline, and important application info.  Watch the recording below. Training Sessions focus on the grant application software. These sessions will provide an overview, how-to, important reminders, […]

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) – The United Way of Eastern Maine has kicked off a fundraising campaign with the goal of collecting $1.6 million. The campaign theme is “hopeful” and they’ve partnered with artist Charlie Hewitt to use his iconic design. The money will support all the programs and support services they provide. Last year the […]

BREWER, Maine (WABI) – Gratitude and good food were both on the menu in Brewer on Monday. The Bangor Area Recovery Network joined with the United Way of Eastern Maine to throw a first responder luncheon Monday afternoon. “It is what we do, and we don’t accept that thanks very well because, you know, we’re […]

The United Way of Eastern Maine partnered with Penquis for its annual “Fill the Bus” drive to benefit children in Penobscot and Piscataquis counties. BANGOR, Maine — If you were out shopping at Walmart in Bangor or Lincoln on Friday, you may have seen school buses parked out front. The goal was to fill those […]

The volunteering week aims to help community members and bring people together through community service work, donations, and other activities.   BANGOR, Maine — United Way of Eastern Maine and the Together Place is celebrating summer by hosting a week of volunteering activities. The week kicked off Monday at Second Street Park in Bangor with three events, a park […]