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Sponsored by: Caring Unlimited
Updated: September 26, 2022 2022 Giving Guide

Caring Unlimited

2023 Goals

In 2023, we will continue to build and strengthen our core direct service programs and our prevention education programs to ensure survivors’ needs are met, programs are accessible to all members of our diverse community, and our community is empowered to support survivors.

  • Build: We offer support and individualized safety planning to more than 2,000 people annually – free of charge, 24 hours a day. We seek to increase our volunteer corps and create partnerships that increase our capacity and quality of response.
  • Strengthen: Our services support anyone who has been victimized in an intimate relationship. We recognize that people who are members of marginalized groups face more barriers to accessing support and experience higher rates of violence. We will provide programs that are welcoming, accessible and inclusive.
  • Educate: We work to change the conditions which allow domestic violence to persist. We will expand our prevention education programs throughout our community, particularly with youth and through increased collaboration with youth-serving organizations.
  • Empower: We recognize that the root of domestic violence is oppression and that all forms of oppression intersect. We will educate the community to know and understand how to support survivors and take action to end domestic violence.

Fundraising/Event Opportunities

The 22nd Annual Atlantic Plunge: Jan. 1, 2023, Gooch’s Beach, Kennebunk

  • Corporate sponsorship opportunities
  • Participate and fundraise as an individual or team
  • Contribute prize items or other incentives for participants
  • Event day volunteer opportunities

5K Run/ Walk to end Domestic Violence: July 2023, Kennebunk

  • Corporate sponsorship opportunities
  • Participate and fundraise as an individual or team
  • Race day volunteer opportunities
  • Contribute prize items or other incentives for participants

Third Party Fundraisers

  • We welcome and are grateful for the opportunity to work with businesses, civic groups and others on community-organized events.

Giving Opportunities

Annual Fund: Your financial contributions allow us to meet client emergency needs for safety and stability, provide an important match for some government funds, and help us fully fund all our programs.

Freedom Wheels: Our vehicle repair and donation program provides reliable transportation and creates countless opportunities for families working with Caring Unlimited as they reorganize their lives without an abusive partner or family member. Donated vehicles and financial contributions accepted.

Direct Support In-kind Contributions: Household items and other essentials support families working with Caring Unlimited by helping to meet basic needs and bridge the gaps experienced by those with limited resources.

Holiday Giving: Financial gifts, adopt-a-family and other giving opportunities are available to assist individuals and families building new, safe and loving traditions throughout the year.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month: Partner with us throughout the month of October, National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, as we host a variety of awareness-raising programs, events and other initiatives.

Volunteer Opportunities

Volunteers are critical to our ability to provide a robust 24/7 response and meet community needs. Find out more about volunteering and sign up on our website.

Helpline Advocate

  • Offer support and information to callers on the 24-Hour Helpline.
  • Receive comprehensive training and ongoing support.
  • Volunteer from home on your schedule with on-call staff support each shift.

Other Opportunities

  • Group service projects
  • Administrative support
  • Event volunteers
  • Lunch and learns

Leadership

Board officers

Susan Giambalvo: Executive Director
Ryan Liberty , Board Chair: U.S. Commercial Sales Manager- Blending and Packaging, Irving Oil

Jennifer Schmitz, Board Secretary: Southern Maine Health Care

Lynn Howe, Board Treasurer: Kennebunk Savings Bank

 

Board members

Nick Houde: Southern Maine Health Care

Adam Hubbard: Biddeford Police Department

Maura Keaveney: Maine Attorney General’s Office

Rebekah Lowell: Author/Illustrator

Audrey Okun-Langlais, D.O.: Family Medicine, Retired

Dana Prescott, Esq.: Prescott Jamieson Murphy Law Group

Cornelia Stockman: Professional Educator, Retired

 

At a glance

Established: 1977

Employees: 23

Annual revenue: 2,486,325

Top funding sources

42% Maine DHHS/ MCEDV Contract

19% State and Federal Competitive Awards

11% Fundraising Events and Individual Contributions

7% Maine State Housing

7% Other Grants

6% Program Income

4% In-Kind Volunteer Support

2% Municipalities

1% United Way:

1% Miscellaneous

Contact

965 Main St., Sanford, ME 04073

(207) 490-3227

https://www.caring-unlimited.org

https://www.facebook.com/caring.unlimited

https://www.instagram.com/caring_unlimited

Mission Statement

Caring Unlimited works with the community to end domestic violence in York County. We provide support and safe haven to people whose lives are affected by domestic abuse. We serve people in a manner that honors their essential worth, nurtures their inherent strengths, and respects their right of self-determination.

Service locations

York County