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September 21, 2023 2023 Giving Guide

Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP)

2024 Goals

KVCAP’s primary goal has not changed in 58 years – to create sustainable solutions to poverty for individuals, families and communities.

KVCAP’s four overarching strategic goals (2022-2025) are to:

1. Strengthen systemic infrastructure to support organizational growth.

2. Increase availability of safe and affordable housing.

3. Increase family stability through a whole family approach.

4. Enhance transportation options in Kennebec and Somerset counties.

Fundraising events/Opportunities

The Department of Education determined that a new elementary school in Skowhegan is critical for the region. The $75.44 million construction project broke ground in 2023. Skowhegan’s new school will serve children from birth through 5th grade, providing continuity for children and families. The design includes a dedicated early childhood wing influenced by the Educare Central Maine model. This is a first for a Maine Department of Education new school construction project! A $3 million fundraising campaign for the early childhood wing is underway to support the build and fund quality programming provided by KVCAP Head Start and Childcare. Join us in Building Better Beginnings that will serve as a model to fuel expansion of this concept throughout Maine. FMI, visit kvcap.org or contact Tracye Fortin at (207) 859-1616.

Megan Dickinson staffs a table at the recent South End Festival in Waterville, sharing information about our Maine Families program.

Giving Opportunities

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

Donors can make a one-time or recurring gift on our website: kvcap.org.

KVCAP holds annual appeals in the spring and fall to raise unrestricted funds to support agency capacity. Donors may also choose to designate their gift to a specific program or initiative.

Employer matching gifts, planned gifts and gifts of stock are always welcomed.

Become a Community Investor! Sign up and receive a weekly email highlighting a specific need when no other resource exists. Investors are lifesavers, financially contributing to address situations that threaten an individual’s or family’s stability. Common requests are for car repairs, security deposits and medical items.

Lillian Trask takes a chance at winning a prize at the South End Festival in Waterville.

Volunteer Opportunities

KVCAP is always seeking new volunteer drivers for our Transportation Department. Drivers are reimbursed for their mileage, bringing people to and from medical appointments. Our South End Teen Center in Waterville accepts volunteers who are willing to dedicate their time engaging with members, sharing a talent or passion and providing homework support. Our Social Services Department is recruiting volunteers to help sort and package diaper donations and baby clothing.

Leadership

Suzanne Walsh, CEO

 

Michael Mitchell, Board President

 

Board officers

Michael Mitchell, President, LCSW, Lifestance

Dr. Pamela Thompson , Vice President, Associate Professor, Thomas College

Dr. Richard Staples, Treasurer, Clinical Psychologist, Private Practice

Heather Merrow, Secretary, CNA III, Lakewood Continuing Care Center

Board Members

James Alberico, Vice President, Skowhegan Savings

Joel Alexander , Real Estate Broker, Better Homes & Gardens

Bobby Jo Bechard, Director, LINC Center

Denver Brown, Retired

Dennis Carrillo, Esq., Attorney, Capitol City Law PLLC

Anna Court, Retired

Flavia DeBrito, Credit to Kids Organizer, Maine Equal Justice

Ericka Deering, Administrative Director, MaineGeneral Medical Center

Gail Gibson, Veterinarian, Animal Medical Clinic

Thomas McAdam, CEO, Kennebec Behavioral Health

Mary-Gene Rumery, Parent, Head Start Policy Council

Jennifer Reed , Minister, Centenary United Methodist Church

Betty St. Hilaire , Community Programs Manager, MaineGeneral Health

Richard St. Pierre, Senior Vice President, Skowhegan Savings

At a Glance

Established: 1965

Employees: 285

Annual revenue: $55,658,037

Top funding sources

89% Grants and contracts (state, federal, foundations)

6% Program revenue

3% Other revenue

2% In-kind

Contact

Corporate office: 101 Water St., Waterville, ME 04901

Skowhegan office: 28 Research Drive Skowhegan, ME 04976

Augusta office: 225 Western Ave., Augusta, ME 04330

Phone: (207) 859-1500 or (800) 542-8227

General email: info@kvcap.org

www.kvcap.org

facebook.com/KVCAP

instagram.com/kvcap/

Awards/Accolades

KVCAP Maine Families received Blue Ribbon Affiliate status with the national Parents as Teachers®; as a KVCAP operating partner, Educare Central Maine received NAEYC Accreditation and the 2023 Morning Sentinel Reader’s Choice Best Educational Institute award; Skowhegan Early Head Start earned Let’s Go! 5-2-1-0 Gold Site status; and KVCAP is a Charter Member of NeighborWorks America® - Exemplary Rating.

Mission Statement

We strengthen individuals, families and communities through direct services and community collaborations that create solutions to poverty.

Service locations

Kennebec, Lincoln, Sagadahoc and Somerset counties.