Volunteerism
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PublishedApril 28, 2021
Our View: Goodwill shows that waste a problem for thrifty Mainers
The state has a long history of reusing and repairing old items, but the nonprofit can’t use things like damaged couches and moldy books.
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PublishedApril 12, 2021
Co-founder of Phippsburg Rescue, lifelong volunteer receives Spirit of America award
Geneva Beals of Phippsburg collected over 2 million bottles and cans throughout her lifetime to raise over $100,000 for the town's fire and rescue department.
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PublishedJanuary 5, 2021
Toy Fund president: Maine’s generosity brightens Christmas for struggling families
With your donations we have been able to not only serve the increased volume of requests for toys, but also start 2021 on much better footing.
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PublishedNovember 29, 2020
Our View: Mainers have much to be thankful for
In the midst of this pandemic, we are surrounded by people who are inspired to help others.
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PublishedNovember 10, 2020
Maine Voices: Democracy rests on poll workers’ slightly stooped shoulders
When the integrity of an electoral count is questioned, these are the people who are being called dishonest. This takes me aback, because poll workers are cautious.
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PublishedOctober 14, 2020
Maine Voices: Young people can make a difference – if we vote
Turnout among 18- to 29-year-olds has been on the rise, but we still trail other groups. Let’s change that.
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PublishedAugust 25, 2020
Program allows volunteers to serve, explore spirituality
Ignatian Volunteer Corps started in Maine last year to help serve the poor and marginalized in the community.
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PublishedAugust 16, 2020
Maine Voices: We can’t let food sit and rot while our neighbors go hungry
Forgotten Orchard is encouraging Mainers to look for overlooked fruit along roadsides and in yards and see that it gets harvested and distributed.
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PublishedJuly 5, 2020
The Maine Millennial: You don’t have to be a superhero to save a life
Blood is always needed, but donors are not always easy to find.
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PublishedApril 13, 2020
Portland looking for shopping volunteers for elderly