Ray Ruby

The Falmouth-based nonprofit leads a statewide effort to reduce the impact of cancer in Maine by investing in programs that advance cancer prevention, increase screening and improve access to care for all.

Mainebiz asked nonprofit leaders how their organizations are responding to cuts in federal funding. Here are the responses, in their own words.

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

Grants were awarded to four programs aimed at helping cancer patients navigate the health care system.

The grant recipients are working to prevent the disease in areas throughout the state, from Caribou to Rockport to Portland.

Julie Marchese co-founded the annual fundraiser for Maine Cancer Foundation in 2008.

The record-setting amount came after a five-year hiatus of the Pins For Cure event.

These words of wisdom, from movers and shakers we interviewed in 2023, span topics from startup financing to business leadership.

Mainebiz asked 10 movers and shakers from around the state what they are most thankful for this Thanksgiving. One response: "Maine is a magical place and I appreciate living and working here more than ever.”

Mainebiz asked leaders of more than a half-dozen Maine nonprofits to describe the biggest challenges they face in 2023. Some problems are new and others perennial, but all have been touched by the pandemic. It has either created or exacerbated them.