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Sponsored by: EqualityMaine
Updated: September 26, 2022 2022 Giving Guide

EqualityMaine

2023 Goals

EqualityMaine has just adopted a new strategic plan, incorporating the following six strategic goals:

  • Foster a stronger and more resilient community by taking an intersectional approach across all EQME efforts
  • EQME brings the voices of LGBTQ+ people and allies to the fight for full lived equality in all areas
  • Establish the SAGE program as the leading voice for LGBTQ+ older adults in Maine
  • Advance the equality and awareness of LGBTQ+ people in Maine through education
  • Ensure transgender and gender non-conforming people are safe, healthy, and free from discrimination and bias
  • Youth – Create a more inclusive, supportive, and affirmative climate in Maine for LGBTQ+ youth

Fundraising/Event Opportunities

EqualityMaine’s events are planned throughout the year to engage allies and members of the LGBTQ+ community and are open to all. Check our website calendar for exact dates. Signature events include: December Holiday Party, Springtime Senior Symposium, June Pride Cruise on Casco Bay, August Summer Camp for LGBTQ+ youth, September Soirée, September Golf Outing, and Great Pumpkin Ball Halloween Party.

Giving Opportunities

We rely on the support of our community and corporate partners.

  • An end-of-year appeal offers a way for individuals to show their support.
  • All our events provide opportunities for companies to become an event sponsor at various levels.
  • All events include a way for individuals to donate either at the event or by becoming part of the host committees prior to the events.
  • Individual and corporate sponsorships for campers provides a fun-filled week for youth to be with their peers in a safe setting.
  • Annual corporate sponsorships provide the funding needed for programming throughout the year.

Volunteer Opportunities

Business and individual volunteers are what make our events so successful! All our events, as well as planned mailings throughout the year, offer opportunities for individuals and businesses to make a difference. Our event planning committees are fun and inclusive. If you or your team would like to help at any of the events, please let us know! If you’re looking for a team building project that makes a difference in the LGBTQ+ community – come on over!

Leadership

Board officers

Gia Drew: Executive Director

 

Michael Coon: Board President

 

Barb Wood: C3 Vice President

Shawn LaGrega: C4 Vice President

Darlene Huntress: Secretary

Teresa Cloutier: Treasurer

 

Board members

Paul Andrews

Andre Chasse

Florence Edwards

John Hennessy

Tony Giamptruzzi

Dicle Turkoglu

Jace Viner

At a glance

Established: 1984

Employees: 4

Annual revenue: $650,000

Top funding sources

45% Corporate

30% Private

25% Foundations

Contact

15 Casco St., Portland, ME 04101

(207) 761-3732

https://www.equalitymaine.org

https://www.facebook.com/equalitymaine/

https://www.twitter.com/equalitymaine

https://www.instagram.com/equalitymaine/

Accolades

The 2021 Maine Education Association Golden Apple Award in recognition of EQME’s dedication to serving students of both their school and community.

Mission Statement

Our mission is to protect and advance full equality for all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer Mainers by creating an inclusive and intersectional movement through political action, community building, education, engagement, and collaboration.

Service locations

Working to secure full equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people in Maine since 1984.