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Maine Children’s Trust

 

2026 Goals

Maine Children’s Trust priorities are to:

• Sustain, strengthen, and expand the capacity of programming and staff in support of children, families, and communities across Maine.

• Elevate messaging about the need to focus on the well-being of children and their families to create and guide positive changes in policies and practices.

• Promote effective strategies to prevent child maltreatment and strengthen families and communities.

Fundraising Events/Opportunities

Maine Children’s Trust has opportunities to support children, families, and programs in every county in Maine. Donate to local Community Baby Showers through our annual Tax Check-Off in April 2026, donate during Giving Tuesday on Dec. 2, 2025 or sponsor one of Maine Children’s Trust’s many statewide events, trainings, or initiatives!

Giving Opportunities

We offer various giving opportunities to support Maine Children’s Trust. Our annual appeal provides a chance to contribute directly to our programs. Businesses can also engage through sponsorships for our initiatives, including our Community Baby Showers, which welcomes our newest community members.

We also welcome honorarium and memorial gifts, offering a meaningful way to honor loved ones while supporting our mission. Additionally, many companies offer corporate matching programs, which can double the impact of your donation.

We are seeking support from the business community in the form of monetary contributions, in-kind donations of essential baby items, and partnerships that help us expand our reach and services to families across Maine. Your support helps us provide support to children, families, and communities!

Volunteer Opportunities

We invite you to volunteer with Maine Children’s Trust. You can help us by assisting with diaper and baby drives, and by supporting the distribution of materials and resources to families throughout Maine.

Additionally, we can connect you with local programs that offer community events, programs, and other efforts in your area.

At A Glance

Established: 1994 / Employees: 11 / Annual revenue: $12,790,018.69

Top funding sources

61% Federal funds

38% State funds

1% Tax Check-Off/contributions

Contact

56 Leighton Road

Augusta, ME 04330

(207) 623-5120

www.mechildrenstrust.org

Awards/Accolades

Community-Based Child Abuse Prevention | State Lead; Parents as Teachers | State Office; Brazelton Touchpoints Site | Maine Touchpoints Project; National Alliance of Children’s Trust and Prevention Funds | Affiliate; Prevent Child Abuse America | State Chapter; Strengthening Families | State Lead; and National Family Support Network Affiliate | State Lead

Mission Statement

Maine Children’s Trust works to strengthen families, promote healthy relationships, and support communities to prevent child abuse and neglect.

Service locations

Maine Children’s Trust is a statewide nonprofit supporting local programs in every county across Maine.

Leadership

Heidi Aakjer
Executive Director

Board officers

Ben Gilman, Esq., Chair, Drummond Woodsum

Anne Jordan, Esq., Vice Chair

Gail Conley, Treasurer, Regional Vice President and Director of Investment Services, Kennebec Savings Bank

Board Members

Rileigh Blanchet, Social Services Director, Franklin County Children’s Task Force

Michael Gahagan, Retired, Caribou Police Department Chief

Bruce Gerrity, Esq., Preti Flaherty

Lori Gramlich, Representative, Maine State Legislature

Bobbi Johnson, Director, Office of Child & Family Services

Jeffrey Johnson, Executive Director, Children’s Center

Danielle Langley, Executive Director, Aroostook Council for Healthy Families

Michele Meyer, Representative, Maine State Legislature

Mary Beth Mitchell, Maine State Police

Marianne Moore, Senator, Maine State Legislature

Wendy Pace, Division Manager, Penquis

Mandie Pepperman, Senior Director of Community Supports Services, Sunrise Opportunities

Christopher J. Pezzullo, D.O., Clinical Director, Maine Primary Care Association

Kim Russell, State Director, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids Maine

Charles Soltan, Esq., Soltan Bass, LLC

Dr. Puthiery Va, Director of Maine CDC