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A group of eight private and public funders came together in 2003 with a shared interest in the Eastern Maine region and a desire to align their funding in a way that could address issues impacting people who live in this region. MPC helped launch the group and supports their on-going effort.
The group meets quarterly to share information and best practices and to learn how they can become more effective and identify areas where their collaborative work has greater impact. The participation of other funders interested in Eastern Maine is welcomed.
The Eastern Maine Funders are another example of how MPC members are collaborating to increase the impact of philanthropy in Maine.
Accomplishments
- In the fall of 2005, Eastern Maine Funders group responded to the looming heating crisis by committing over a half million dollars to emergency heating funds and weatherization services for households in the five Eastern Maine counties.
- Two “Meet the Funders” programs have been hosted, the most recent of which met in Downeast Maine and attracted over 100 nonprofits.
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