Member Listing: Nonprofits

Mission:

The Augusta Food Bank provides groceries to eligible residents of Augusta and Manchester in order to bridge the gap between current circumstances and adequate nutrition.

Geographic Focus:

http://bluehillheritagetrust.org/

Blue Hill Heritage Trust

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Blue Hill, ME 04614

United States

Phone:

(207) 374-5118

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

To conserve in perpetuity land and water resources that support the long-term health and well-being of the natural and human communities on the Blue Hill Penisula.

Geographic Focus:

Brunswick-Topsham Land Trust

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Brunswick, ME 04011

United States

Phone:

(207) 729-7694

Website:

http://www.btlt.org

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

To preserve, protect and steward the cherished landscapes and rich natural resources of our communities, to provide access for recreation, and to support local agriculture and other traditional land uses, now and for generations to come.

Geographic Focus:

http://ecologybasedeconomy.org/

Center for an Ecology-Based Economy

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Norway, ME 04268

United States

Phone:

(207) 539-9042

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Portland/Cumberland County

Mission:

To engage community members in developing practical, ecological solutions in the areas of food, energy, transport, and shelter in response to climate change.

Geographic Focus:

Western Maine

Coastal Enterprises, Inc.

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Brunswick, ME 04011

United States

Phone:

(207) 882-7552

Website:

http://www.ceimaine.org

Mission:

To help create economically and environmentally healthy communities in which all people, especially those with low incomes, can reach their potential.

Geographic Focus:

Southern Maine

Covenant Community Land Trust

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Orland, ME 04472

United States

Phone:

(207) 619-2246

Email:

mainecclt@gmail.com

Website:

https://mainecclt.org

Areas of Interest:

Affordable Housing

Mission:

Build cooperative community through affordable housing and conservation.

Geographic Focus:

http://www.theecologyschool.org/

The Ecology School

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Saco, ME 04072

United States

Phone:

(207) 283-9951

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

Foster stewardship for the earth by teaching the science of ecology and the practice of sustainability

Geographic Focus:

New England

http://www.foodandmedicine.org

National

Food AND Medicine

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Brewer, ME 04412

United States

Phone:

(207) 989-5860

Email:

fam@foodandmedicine.org

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Social Justice

Mission:

Food AND Medicine’s mission is to organize, educate, and empower workers and our communities in the fight for economic and social justice. Food AND Medicine believes that by working together with unions, farmers, community groups, small businesses, and faith-based organizations we will create solutions and positive change.

Geographic Focus:

Northern Maine

Good Shepherd Food Bank

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Auburn, ME 04211

United States

Phone:

(207) 782-3554

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

The mission of Good Shepherd Food Bank is to eliminate hunger in Maine by sourcing and distributing nutritious food to people in need, building strong community partnerships, and mobilizing the public in the fight to end hunger.

Geographic Focus:

http://www.islandheritagetrust.org/

Island Heritage Trust

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Deer Isle, ME 04627

United States

Phone:

(207) 348-2455

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Smart Growth

Mission:

Island Heritage Trust contributes to the well-being of the island community by conserving its distinctive landscapes and natural resources, maintaining public access to valued trails, shorelines and islands, and by providing educational programming for all ages.

Geographic Focus:

http://www.kennebechistorical.org/

Kennebec Historical Society

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Augusta, ME 04332

United States

Phone:

(207) 622-7718

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Aging

Communications/Media

Historical Activities

Mission:

The purpose of the Kennebec Historical Society shall be to promote the study of the history of Kennebec County, the formation of collections of appropriate materials, and the dissemination of knowledge concerning this history.

Geographic Focus:

info@coastalfisheries.org

National

International

Maine Center for Coastal Fisheries

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Stonington, ME 04681

United States

Phone:

(207) 367-2708

Email:

Website:

https://coastalfisheries.org/

Areas of Interest:

Science and Technology

Mission:

Secure a sustainable future for fisheries and fishing communities in Eastern Maine and beyond.

Geographic Focus:

Maine Organic Farmers and Garderners Association

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Unity, ME 04988

United States

Phone:

(207) 568-4142

Website:

http://www.mofga.org/

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

The Maine Organic Farmers and Gardeners Association (MOFGA) is a broad-based community that educates about and advocates for organic agriculture, illuminating its interdependence with a healthy environment, local food production, and thriving communities.

Geographic Focus:

Mano en Mano / Hand in Hand

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Portland, ME 04101

United States

Phone:

(207) 546-3006

Website:

http://www.manomaine.org

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

To work with immigrants and farmworkers so that they may settle and thrive in Maine

Geographic Focus:

MCH, Inc.

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Rockland, ME 04841

United States

Phone:

(207) 596-6477

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

Provide housing, Meals on Wheels and support services to older adults

Geographic Focus:

Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Brunswick, ME 04011

United States

Phone:

(207) 252-2716

Website:

http://www.mchpp.org

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

Our mission is to offer dignity and empowerment by providing all members of our community with access to healthy food.

Geographic Focus:

ReTreeUS

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Durham, ME 04222

United States

Phone:

(207) 319-4937

Website:

http://www.retreeus.org/

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

The mission of ReTreeUS is to promote an environmentally sustainable, socially just food system through education, practical resources, and mentorship. We plant orchards in schools and provide educational programs that empower people to be healthy environmental stewards.

Geographic Focus:

http://www.southernmaineconservation.org

Southern Maine Conservation Collaborative

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Portland, ME 04101

United States

Phone:

(207) 699-2989

Website:

Areas of Interest:

Science and Technology

Smart Growth

Mission:

The Southern Maine Conservation Collaborative accelerates conservation work in Southern Maine by providing technical and administrative support, and expanding meaningful partnerships.

Geographic Focus:

Southern Maine

The Sustainability Lab

Funder Category:

Nonprofit

Address:

Yarmouth, ME 04096

United States

Phone:

(207) 831-1438

Website:

http://www.theslab.org/

Areas of Interest:

Mission:

The Sustainability Lab explores the challenges and opportunities presented by the convergence of human activity, the natural environment and technology against the backdrop of exponential population growth, global climate change and an increasing disparity between the rich and the poor.

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