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September 19, 2024 2024 Giving Guide

Maine Coalition to End Domestic Violence

 

2025 Goals

Advocating for policies that will help survivors of violence, hold abusive people to account, and create social change to end abuse. Recent successes include collaborating to strengthen Maine’s system for firearms relinquishment when required by civil court orders and updating the standards for Certified Domestic Violence Intervention Programs.

Providing learning opportunities for advocates and others working with survivors of domestic abuse. Our members serve 15,000 people each year, and we help them do the very best work they can do – particularly when the needs of survivors have gotten increasingly complex.

Providing direct assistance to survivors and their children statewide. Through the Liberation Fund, survivors can access a flexible, direct source of financial assistance for needs like transportation, safety measures, utility bills and more. To date, over 1,500 survivors have accessed the fund through our network of members.

Increasing the public’s understanding of the factors that drive domestic abuse – and how they can take action to help. In 2023, MCEDV provided 107 trainings for over 2,171 professionals – including nurses, clergy, child welfare workers, law enforcement, mental health providers and others – in effectively responding to domestic abuse and violence. This year we are adapting to create engaging online learning experiences.

Our members provide services for people affected by domestic abuse and violence, dating abuse, stalking, elder abuse and sex trafficking and exploitation. The regional Domestic Violence Resource Centers are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, via 24-hour helplines. Our culturally specific members offer services tailored to the needs of immigrant, refugee, asylum-seeking and BIPOC communities.

Focusing on issues of equity and access. In 2024, MCEDV will continue expanding our efforts to ensure that interventions for abuse are available to all and that underrepresented communities have a voice at the table.

Fundraising events/Opportunities

MCEDV and our member organizations host public outreach events throughout the year to sustain our missions and raise awareness about the impact of domestic abuse and violence in our communities. We frequently partner with those who wish to support our work by running a gift drive or benefit event on our behalf. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn to learn more about upcoming events.

MCEDV’s member organizations host several fundraising and outreach events throughout the year. Visit your local DVRC website to learn more.

Giving Opportunities

The Liberation Fund is a flexible, survivor-driven source of direct financial assistance which is entirely funded by private donations and foundation giving in Maine. Through our network of members, domestic violence survivors can access resources for their needs.

MCEDV and each of our local members relies on philanthropic contributions from individuals, corporations and foundations to provide the most robust support to survivors and to advocate for systems that hold offenders accountable.

Connect with MCEDV or your local center to:

• Give to the annual fund – directly or through a donor advised fund

• Establish a legacy or planned gift

• Sponsor an event or program

• Learn how to support us through workplace giving programs, such as MaineShare and the Maine State Employees Combined Charitable Appeal (MSECCA)

• Host a social media fundraiser

• Become a monthly donor

Leadership

 

Francine Garland Stark
Executive Director

Board officers

Daryl Fort Board President

Marvin Ellison Board Treasurer

Marie Sola Board Secretary

Margaret “Peggy” Rotundo Board Member

At A Glance

 

Established: 1977

Employees: 15

Annual revenue: $11,378,390

Top funding sources

68% Federal funds

29% State funds

3% Private sources

Contact

P.O. Box 5188

Augusta, ME 04332-5188

207-430-8334

www.mcedv.org

Facebook: mcedv

Instagram: @mcedv1977

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/maine-coalition-to-end-domestic-violence

Mission Statement

MCEDV advocates for the right of all people to live free from domestic abuse and all forms of violence.

Service locations

MCEDV is statewide, supporting eight regional Domestic Violence Resource Centers with outreach locations in all 16 counties, and two culturally specific members serving immigrant, refugee, asylum-seeking and BIPOC communities.

Domestic Violence Awareness Month:

 

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Visit your local MCEDV members’ websites and social media for more information and events in your area.