Nonprofits

Daniel Booth previously served more than 12 years on Maine Children's Home board of directors.

The purpose-built facility will enable Trinity Jubilee to expand capacity by approximately 10%, allowing it to serve more than 5,000 people each year.

A proposal calls for a fully reconstructed theater, a new arts and education center, concessions building, courtyard, offices, and on-site housing to accommodate 75 performers and staff.

Frances Perkins, who served as the country's first female secretary of labor under President Franklin D. Roosevelt, will be inducted into the Maine Women's Hall of Fame next month alongside Dr. Alane O'Connor of MaineHealth Maine Medical Center.

The Maine Association of Realtors Foundation is matching funds raised by brokers, boards and councils across the state to support 25 organizations that help provide housing or fuel assistance.

The volunteer-run nonprofit Dirigo Reads has gifted new books to more than 3,500 first graders across Maine.

The new Maine Endurance Sports Alliance will manage running races in Bangor, Lincoln, Waterville and Augusta.

Previously the organization's COO, Vendt had stepped into the role of interim leader this past July, following the departure of former CEO Rob Gray.

Sarah Smith will lead the volunteer-led organization as its first active director, while outgoing President Katie Shorey will stay active on the board.

Andy Beahm, the center's executive director, said the planned building will incorporate exterior nest shelves, so that birds can continue to make Gilsland Farm their home.