The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Maine

MISSION:

THE PURPOSE OF THE YORK HARBOR READING ROOM IS TO ENCOURAGE AND MAINTAIN A PLACE FOR READING AND SOCIAL MEETINGS FOR ITS MEMBERS, INCLUDING THE HOLDING AND MAINTENANCE OF A CLUB HOUSE AND GROUNDS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

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FORK FOOD LAB IS A NONPROFIT FOOD BUSINESS INCUBATOR AND SHARED COMMERCIAL KITCHEN FOCUSED ON GROWING THE LOCAL FOOD ECONOMY. WE SUPPORT THE GROWTH OF SUSTAINABLE MAINE-BASED BUSINESSES BY PROVIDING ENTREPRENEURS WITH WORK SPACE, EQUIPMENT, AND OTHER RESOURCES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

PROMOTION OF HEATING FUELS, MOTOR FUELS, CONVENIENCE STORES AND EQUIPMENT TO THE PUBLIC FROM DUES AND OTHER REVENUE RECEIVED FROM APPROXIMATELY 300 MEMBERS.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO PREVENT CRUELTY TO UNWANTED ANIMALS BY PREVENTING THE OVERBREEDING OF CATS AND DOGS WHICH MIGHT OTHERWISE DIE OF STARVATION, DISEASE OR INJURY OR MIGHT SUFFER A LIFE OF ABUSE AND NEGLECT AND TO AID PET OWNERS WHO DESIRE TO SPAY OR NEUTER THEIR PETS BUT CANNNOT OTHERWISE AFFORD THE COST.

MISSION:

SPACE GALLERY IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS CONTEMPORARY ARTS PROJECTS, CHAMPIONS ARTISTS, AND ENCOURAGES AN OPEN EXCHANGE OF IDEAS.

MISSION:

PROVIDE LIBRARY SERVICES AND CULTURAL ACTIVITIES TO THE COMMUNITY THROUGH USE OF FACILITIES, RESOURCES, TECHNOLOGY AND STAFF.

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF NORTH HAVEN SUSTAINABLE HOUSING (NHSH) IS TO PROVIDE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES TO SUSTAIN A YEAR-ROUND ISLAND COMMUNITY ON NORTH HAVEN. IN PURSUIT OF THIS MISSION, NHSH DEVELOPS AND MANAGES AFFORDABLE RENTAL AND HOME-OWNERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES, CONDUCTS HOME ENERGY AUDITS AND WEATHERIZATION SERVICES, AND PROVIDES DEVELOPMENT, FINANCING, AND FUNDRAISING TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO OTHER AFFORDABLE HOUSING EFFORTS SERVING THE ISLAND OF NORTH HAVEN.

MISSION:

DEDICATED TO THE PROMOTION OF ANIMAL WELFARE THROUGH COMMUNITY EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, AND PLACEMENT OF COMPANION ANIMALS INTO RESPONSIBLE, LOVING HOMES.

MISSION:

TO ASSURE A QUALITY EDUCATION FOR ALL STUDENTS, THE MAINE PRINCIPALS' ASSOCIATION WILL PROMOTE THE PRINCIPALSHIP, SUPPORT PRINCIPALS AS EDUCATIONAL LEADERS, AND PROMOTE AND ADMINISTER INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES IN GRADES 9-12.

MISSION:

THE ISLESBORO PRESCHOOL RECOGNIZES EACH CHILD AS AN INDIVIDUAL WITH THEIR OWN SET OF LIFE EXPERIENCES. EACH CHILD WILL BE ENCOURAGED TO EXPLORE, OBSERVE, EXPERIMENT, AND DISCOVER THROUGH DIRECT, CONCRETE INTERACTION WITH THE ENVIRONMENT. CHILDREN ARE GIVEN ACTIVITIES TO CHALLENGE AND TO INCREASE THEIR DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS. CHILDREN ARE ACCEPTED FOR WHERE THEY ARE AT IN ALL STAGES OF DEVELOPMENT AND ENCOURAGED TO DEVELOP AT THEIR OWN RATE. CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT IS FOSTERED IN ALL AREAS TO BUILD CARING, HONEST, RESPECTFUL, AND RESPONSIBLE INDIVIDUALS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RESIDENTS OF OCEANVIEW RETIREMENT COMMUNITY IN FALMOUTH, ME, WHO ARE UNABLE TO PAY SOME OR ALL OF THE CHARGES FOR HOUSING AND HEALTHCARE PROVIDED AT SUCH FACILITY.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE FOR PROTECTION OF THE COASTAL HERITAGE OF HARPSWELL, MAINE AND SURROUNDING AREA; PRESERVE HARPSWELL'S COMMUNITY SHOREFRONT INFRASTRUCTURE AND FISHING INDUSTRY; PROTECT KEY COMMUNITY ASSETS; SUPPORT WATERFRONT USES; EDUCATE THE PUBLIC.

MISSION:

EDUCATING STUDENTS AND COMMUNITIES ABOUT THE CONNECTIONS BETWEEN THE OCEAN, INLAND WATERS, AND ECONOMY OF MAINE.

MISSION:

CENTRAL MAINE REAL ESTATE MANAGEMENT CORP OWNS AND MANAGES A VARIETY OF REAL ESTATE PROPERTIES ON BEHALF OF CENTRAL MAINE MEDICAL CENTER AND OTHER RELATED ENTITIES.

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PROVISION OF LOW INCOME HOUSING THE MISSION OF STEPPING STONE HOUSING, INC. IS TO PROVIDE LOW INCOME HOUSING TO THE RESIDENTS OF LINCOLN COUNTY MAINE.

MISSION:

KENNEBUNK BEACH IMPROVEMENT ASSOCIATION PROVIDES SUMMER RECREATIONAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.