NSB Donates $15,000 to United Way in Maine
PORTLAND—In recognition of their shared mission of improving lives and channeling the caring power of communities, Norway Savings Bank was pleased to recently donate $15,000 to three local United Way organizations: United Way of Southern Maine, United Way of Mid Coast Maine, and United Way of Western Maine.
Though the programming is varied, all three organizations bring people, ideas, and resources together to tackle issues like food insecurity, housing challenges, literacy gaps, and access to healthcare through initiatives that:
- move individuals and families from homelessness to safe housing
- increase access for those in need to high quality, nutritious foods and offer nutrition programs
- connect people with heating assistance
- mitigate the dangers of substance use
- coordinate essential medical and dental care
- provide referrals to mental health or addiction resources
- educate on violence prevention
- invest in community schools that offer before and after school programming
- host volunteer readers in classrooms and provide mentors
“Because of NSB’s generosity, many of our friends and neighbors will have a brighter future. Critical life-changing programs will be available, as well as programs that prevent serious problems from occurring in the first place,” said Joleen Bedard, President and CEO of United Way of Western Maine.
“Norway Savings Bank’s investment makes it possible for United Way to bring people together to solve community challenges that a single organization wouldn’t be able to do on its own. Together, we’re building a connected community where everyone belongs, has the resources they need, and can fulfill their potential,” said Nicole Evans, Executive Director of United Way of Mid Coast Maine.
For more information about the United Way of Southern Maine, visit www.uwsme.org or call 207-874-1000. To learn more about the United Way of Mid Coast Maine, visit www.uwmcm.org or call 207-443-9752. To read about the efforts of the United Way of Western Maine, visit www.uwwm.org or call 207-795-4000.
