For the philanthropic sector, the pandemic has raised critical questions, the executive director of the Sewall Foundation in Freeport writes. Funders are asking how they can best support others doing essential work in unprecedented circumstances.
Amid serious labor shortages in early every Maine industry, employers are discovering that opportunities for giving back to the community are a valuable tool for retention and recruitment.
Nonprofits serving people of color and diverse populations are emerging in Maine to help communities of color and low-income communities tackle issues such as hunger, education, job training and mentorships.
The so-called Great Resignation — the trend of people moving on from their jobs during the pandemic — has affected Maine nonprofits in a range of ways.