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Sponsored by: KVCAP
Updated: September 28, 2020 2020 Giving Guide

Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP)

2021 Goals

KVCAP’s primary goal has not changed in more than 55 years – to create sustainable solutions to poverty for individuals, families, and communities. We utilize a whole family approach, understanding that responding to the needs of all household members is the most effective way to break the cycle of poverty and ensure movement toward financial and social stability. KVCAP completes an in-depth Community Needs Assessment every three years. The results are the backbone of our strategic planning process, which includes individual/family level goals, community level goals, and agency/sustainability goals. In addition to providing a wide range of direct services, we partner with hundreds of other entities to address local needs through collaborative efforts and mutual respect.

Fundraising events/Opportunities

On October 2, 2020, KVCAP is hosting its 6th Annual Golf Tournament, renamed in memory of Mark K. Johnston in 2019. This fall you can experience Lakewood Golf Course in full foliage! Our tournament historically raised match dollars for our Explorer public buses, but due to Covid-19, we have shifted our focus to raise funds will that help people dealing with the pandemic. To become an event sponsor or to register a team, contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@ kvcap.org or visit kvcap.org.

Photo / Courtesy KVCAP

Giving Opportunities

We have several giving opportunities at KVCAP. To learn more, contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@kvcap.org.

  • Visit kvcap.org to make a simple one-time or monthly gift on our website.
  • KVCAP organizes annual spring and fall appeals to support agency capacity. Donors can always designate their gift to a specific program.
  • We welcome employer matching gifts, planned gifts, and gifts of stock.
  • You can become a Community Investor! Sign up and receive a weekly email that highlights a specific need when no other resource exists. Our Investors are lifesavers. Their support changes lives! Common requests are for car repairs, security deposits, and medical needs.

Volunteer Opportunities

KVCAP is always seeking new Volunteer Drivers to bring people to and from medical appointments. Our drivers help our neighbors and they receive a mileage reimbursement. Contact Steve Soule at steves@kvcap.org.

Each spring, KVCAP hosts its annual Community Celebration, a free, family- friendly event that explains our services, along with a range of fun activities, including a climbing wall, petting zoo, art projects, a barbecue luncheon, and more. Princesses, superheroes, and storybook characters mingle with guests, and delight children and adults alike. Volunteers play a major role in the event’s success! Contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@kvcap.org.

KVCAP’s South End Teen Center in Waterville engages volunteers who are able to dedicate their time to interact with members, share a talent or passion, or provide homework support. Contact Ryan Kneeland at ryank@kvcap.org.

Leadership

Suzanne Walsh, CEO
Heather Merrow, Board President: CNA, Lakewood Continuing Care Center

Board officers

Dennis Carrillo, Board Vice President: Attorney, Cloutier, Carrillo, Capital City Law

Dr. Richard Staples, Board Treasurer: Psychologist, Private Practice

Michael Mitchell, LCSW, Board Secretary: Chief Executive Officer, Crisis & Counseling Centers


Board Members

Denver Brown: Elected Sector

Matthew Chabot: Maine General Medical Center

Anna Court: Elected Sector

Sheryl Gregory: Kennebec Valley Board of Realtors

Michael Mosley: Special Appointment

Flavia Oliveira: Elected Sector

Richard St. Pierre: Skowhegan Savings

Pamela Thompson: Thomas College

At A Glance

Established: 1965
Employees: 14 part-time; 263 full-time
Annual revenue: $28,980,853

Top funding sources

50.80% Grants & Contracts (state, federal, foundations)
34.93% Program Revenue
11.41% Other Revenue (fundraising, private donors)
2.86% In-Kind

Contact

Corporate address
101 Water St.,
Waterville, ME 04901
(207) 859-1500

Augusta location
Buker Community Center
22 Armory St..
Augusta, ME 04330-4957

Skowhegan location
26 Mary St.,
Skowhegan, ME 04976

kvcap.org
facebook.com/KVCAP

Awards/Accolades

KVCAP was recognized as Agency of the Year by Crisis & Counseling Centers in May 2017. KVCAP received the Spirit of Partnership award in 2015. KVCAP’s Maine Families received Blue Ribbon Affiliate status with the national Parents as Teachers® office. Parents as Teachers affiliates are required to engage in the Quality Endorsement and Improvement Process in their fourth year of implementation and every five years thereafter. KVCAP is a Charter Member of NeighborWorks America®

Mission Statement

KVCAP’s mission is to strengthen individuals, families and communities by providing direct services and by partnering with others to create sustainable solutions to poverty in an ever-changing environment.

Service locations

Kennebec, Somerset, Lincoln & Sagadahoc counties — not every service available in every county.