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Sponsored by: United Way of Kennebec Valley
Updated: September 28, 2020 2020 Giving Guide

United Way of Kennebec Valley

2021 Goals

Every year United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV) aims to raise more than $1.5 million for its 50 nonprofit partner programs through workplace fundraising campaigns, corporate donations, and individual giving. In 2019, UWKV indirectly helped 24,694 people with access to basic needs, education, health care and financial stability—providing support for 33 percent of the Kennebec Valley population. This year, with the onset of COVID-19, UWKV plans to help more people than ever before. In the first six months of the pandemic alone, UWKV supported an additional 24,000 people. UWKV and its contributors are committed to the short- and long-term recovery of nonprofits. Together, we will ensure that homebound seniors continue to receive meal deliveries, shelters can keep their doors open, and children have access to educational tools and resources.

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United Way of Kennebec Valley staff

Fundraising Events/Opportunities

Every fall, UWKV runs an annual fundraising campaign to support 50 local nonprofits. Many workplaces allow staff to pledge contributions through simple payroll deduction, and individuals and families may donate online at uwkv.org/give. Additionally, United Way hosts two major annual fundraising events:

  • UWKV’s Campaign Kickoff in September marks the official launch of fundraising season, when more than 3,000 donors and over 100 businesses will pledge to support the organization. This event also encourages the public to donate basic needs items and food for area nonprofits.
  • UWKV’s Annual Golf Scramble just celebrated its 50th anniversary and is the organization’s largest fundraiser. The event attracts more than 100 golfers to the Augusta Country Club and includes an online auction open to the public.

Giving Opportunities

UWKV supports 50 local nonprofit programs—focusing on financial stability, education, and health needs. Many businesses partner with United Way to host annual workplace campaigns, giving their employees an opportunity to support the community through payroll deduction. Businesses can give back to the Kennebec Valley community by hosting a campaign; donating a dollar a day through the 365 Small Business Circle; or sponsoring one of the organization’s many events and/or initiatives.

Market research has shown that corporate community involvement helps attract, engage and retain high-performing employees. People who can impact the community through their workplace report higher satisfaction. In Maine, local business support is imperative to the United Way’s success. For more information, visit uwkv.org.

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A volunteer from Spectrum Generations Meals on Wheels program, a United Way of Kennebec Valley partner, is shown here working the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Volunteer Opportunities

UWKV provides the VolunteerME Kennebec Valley portal to help local volunteers and nonprofits find each other in central Maine. If you have a little time, a lot of time, or just a passion for helping out, there is a place for you. To explore opportunities with UWKV and dozens of additional nonprofits, visit uwkv.org/volunteer.

 

Courtney Yeager, Executive Director
Jessica Norton, Board Chair: Assistant Vice President & Operations Officer, Kennebec Savings Bank

 

Board Members

Amy Tardiff, Board Vice-Chair and Vice Chair Human Resources: VP and General Counsel, J.S. McCarthy Printers

Barbara Sweezy, Board Treasurer: Regional Retirement Trust Advisor, TD Bank

Maria Hays: Adjunct Professor, Central Maine Community College

Bruce Osborne: Commission Field Investigator, State of Maine

Eric Lind: Community Volunteer

Nona Boyink: Community Volunteer

Alissa Boynton: Human Resource Manager, Maine Family Planning

Paula Lacasse: Office Manager, Augusta Fuel Company

Jennifer Jacques: General Manager, G & E Roofing

Nathan Curtis: Manager, Gagnon Dental

Chris Voynik, Board 2020 Campaign Chair: Agent, Laflin & Wolfington Realty

Susan Clary: Director — Electric Supply, Central Maine Power

Joseph Lajoie: VP & Treasurer, Lajoie Brothers

Katie Doherty: President & CEO, Kennebec Valley Chamber of Commerce

Pam Rogers: Account Executive, Cross Insurance

Greg Boyd: President & CEO, Alternative Manufacturing, Inc.

At A Glance

Established: 1955
Employees: 4
Annual revenue: $1,728,985

Top funding sources

86% individual contributions
13% corporate donations
1% foundations

Contact

121 Commercial St.
Augusta, ME 04330
(207) 626-3400

uwkv.org
facebook.com/UnitedWayKV
twitter.com/UnitedWayKV

Mission Statement

United Way of Kennebec Valley serves the community by identifying human care needs, raising and allocating funds to meet those needs and encouraging volunteers to participate in community service.

Service locations

Southern Kennebec County: Augusta, Chelsea, East Vassalboro, Farmingdale, Fayette, Gardiner, Hallowell, Litchfield, Manchester, Monmouth, Pittston, Randolph, Readfield, Sidney, South China, Vienna, West Gardiner, Windsor, and Winthrop