NSB Donates $14,500 to Three United Way Organizations 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 $14,500 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 present nutrition programs
- connect people with heating assistance
- mitigate the dangers of substance use
- organize essential medical and dental care
- provide referrals to mental health or addiction resources
- educate on violence prevention
- invest in community schools with before and after school programming
- host volunteer readers in classrooms and provide mentors
“United Way believes that it takes entire communities to confront critical challenges like ensuring kids receive opportunities to get off to a great start in life, helping people achieve financial stability, and assisting in the promotion of healthy and connected lives. NSB is proud to support this force of good that has become an important thread in the fabric of our communities over the decades,” said Dan Walsh, President and CEO of Norway Savings Bank.
“Norway Savings Bank’s investment makes it possible for United Way to bring people together to address community challenges that no individual organization can solve on their 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.
