This roundup of charitable giving in Maine features how the state measures up in a WalleHub ranking, and the recipients of Town & Country Federal Credit Union's Good Neighbor Fund grants for 2020.
The Maine Community Foundation has awarded more than $117,000 in grants to improve high-speed internet access, while Town & Country Federal Credit Union and Maine Cancer Foundation are teaming up to provide $40,000 to cancer patients affected by COVID.
Maine's nine United Way chapters have kicked off their annual fundraising with drives that so far have collected nearly 20 tons of food and critical supplies. The nonprofits also are seeking monetary donations in a year with many unmet needs.
A roundup of Maine credit union news covers an initiative by Town & Country Federal Credit Union and the Animal Refuge League of Greater Portland, and other recent developments.
Connected Credit Union, of Augusta, is merging with Winslow Community Federal Credit Union, and Town & Country Federal Credit Union goes to a virtual format for its annual money conference this Wednesday.
Town & Country FCU reports a strong start to its "Nonprofit a Day in the Month of May initiative," while Machias Savings Bank expands its Rapid Response grant program during COVID-19.
A second round of emergency federal funding may soon bring relief to Maine businesses, and lenders are preparing for another wave of loan applications. There are other options available as well.
What’s it like to run a bank or credit union in the midst of the ongoing health and economic crisis? To find out, Mainebiz checked in with business leaders around the state. Here’s what they told us.