Jennifer Hutchins

This year’s issue of the Giving Guide not only sheds light on Maine’s “invisible backbone,” a powerful network of organizations delivering critical services efficiently, driving economic growth, and strengthening communities across the state.

The overall number of contributors is declining, while the average amount contributed by each person is rising.

Mainebiz checked in with leaders across several sectors to find out what they’re reading now — or are planning to dive into this summer.

Jennifer Hutchins of the Maine Association of Nonprofits is among four women who will the honored in the 2026 WE Rock! Awards to celebrate female professionals making a powerful and lasting impact across the region.

Rising health care costs, increased stress and limited organizational capacity make it difficult for small teams to access high-quality support. The new program aims to fill the gap.

Nonprofits are finding ways to respond and find other funds, according to a panel convened this week by the National Council of Nonprofits. The session addressed critical steps organizations could take in response to the cancellation of federal grants in the first 100 days of President Donald Trump's term in office.

To mark this day of global giving to charitable causes, Mainebiz checked in with nonprofit leaders around the state.

The Pine Tree State is No. 4 on a list released by WalletHub, the personal finance website.