NSB Contributes $1,000 to The Gathering Place in Brunswick
BRUNSWICK—Over the last 15 years, hundreds of thousands of visitors to The Gathering Place in Brunswick have been warmly welcomed with the offer of safety, help, companionship, and hope. The organization offers a daytime shelter at its location on 5 Tenney Way (Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m., and Saturday, 8:30 a.m. to noon), but that is only the start of the assistance provided by a place guided by the motto “Welcome is Our Mission.”
“Every day, people come to The Gathering Place searching for dignity, connection, and the opportunity to rebuild stability in their lives,” said Mary Connolly, Executive Director of The Gathering Place. “Neighbors in our community are treated with dignity and given meaningful opportunities to move from crisis to stability.”
Visitors gather for snacks, socializing, and for job and apartment searches, among many reasons, and most importantly, are treated with respect. That noble mission inspires generosity from many people and places, including Norway Savings Bank, which donated $1,000 to the 5th Annual Gathering on the Green, a golf tournament set for Brunswick Golf Club on Thursday, August 27.
“Proceeds from the tournament will directly support resource navigation and housing services, renovations and service expansion, meals, hygiene supplies, and employment, wellness, and community partnership programs that help individuals move towards long-term stability,” said Connolly.
“The Gathering Place serves seniors, disabled veterans, individuals with physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, and many who suffer from chronic health issues that are left untreated,” said Dan Walsh, President and CEO of Norway Savings Bank. “The need for this organization has never been greater and their commitment to lessening the danger and uncertainty felt by many in need has never been more crucial.”
The Gathering Place presents an atmosphere of graciousness defined by the preservation of dignity.
“We can be a destination for help and a path forward,” said Connolly. “Thanks to the efforts of so many individuals and institutions like Norway Savings, we are able to offer this place of safety and connection. It is this very spirit that gives hope to the poor and homeless.”
There are many ways to lend a helping hand. If you would like to see a wish list of items needed at the organization, visit www.brunswickgatheringplace.org/wish-list. To make a financial contribution, head to www.brunswickgatheringplace.org/contribute. To consider volunteering at The Gathering Place, go to www.brunswickgatheringplace.org/volunteer.
