Strengthening Our Work Together
Happy New Year from Maine Women in Philanthropy!
As we pass the first month of 2025, we recognize that the past few weeks have brought challenges and uncertainty for many nonprofits. However, we believe that through collaboration, support, and shared resources, we can navigate these times together. Our community of dedicated women in philanthropy is a powerful network, committed to lifting each other up and amplifying the incredible work happening across Maine.
Maine Women in Philanthropy was founded with a vision of fostering a strong network of professionals who can learn from, support, and inspire one another. This year, we hope we’ll lean on each other—whether it’s through sharing knowledge, exchanging ideas, or simply offering encouragement.
There are many valuable resources available to us as we navigate a new year, and we’ve compiled just a few below to get started. But we’re more successful when we learn from each other. What resources have been most effective for you and your work?
Maine Association of Nonprofits – Offering training, advocacy, and sector-wide support.
Maine Philanthropy Center – Provides valuable assistance in identifying funding opportunities.
Chronicle of Philanthropy – Insightful articles and best practices in fundraising.
Please connect with us on LinkedIn at Maine Women in Philanthropy if you haven’t already and share this newsletter with colleagues and friends who you think may be interested in joining our network. We look forward to strengthening our connections with each other in 2025 and fostering this community of nonprofit advocates.
Next Meeting: The Donor Experience
Join us for an engaging discussion on March 12, from Noon to 1 PM, as we explore donor retention and willingness to give in today’s landscape. This is an open conversation to learn from each other on best ways to cultivate strong donor relationships and ensure long-term sustainability for your organization and seek feedback on any challenges you are facing.
We are still seeking a host site for this event. If you have a conference room available and would like to support this gathering, please reach out!
Here’s to a year of resilience, generosity, and growth. Thank you for all you do to make a difference.