.png)
.png)
Founded in 1967, Animal Welfare Society (AWS) is a private 501(c)(3) non-profit animal welfare organization located in Kennebunk, Maine. The organization provides shelter, veterinary care, training and resources to more than 10,000 pets and community members annually. AWS operates a progressive animal shelter and adoption center on a 40 acre campus in Kennebunk. The organization serves 18 municipalities in York County as the animal control impound facility for lost and abandoned pets. Furthermore, AWS works with rescue groups in other parts of the country to bring companion animals to Maine for adoption. By bringing together families through adoption and reuniting families whose pet has been lost, AWS is the community safety net for local pet families. AWS’ life-saving community programs help keep pets and their people together, especially in times of hardship. Resources include temporary boarding, pet food, supplies, veterinary care and assistance with behavior concerns. The on-site, full-service Community Veterinary Clinic supports the veterinary needs of resident pets and pets of local community members. Additionally, AWS works in collaboration with funding partners and veterinary professionals to deliver accessible spay/neuter and wellness services statewide, especially in remote, underserved areas of Maine.A compassionate and professional staff, a team of 200+ dedicated volunteers and 300+ foster families support AWS’ programs and services. AWS is able to fulfill its mission through the generosity of those who contribute through financial gifts, in-kind support and bequests.
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is an independent, nonprofit research institute located in East Boothbay, Maine. From the Arctic to the Antarctic, Bigelow Laboratory scientists use innovative approaches to study the foundation of global ocean health and unlock its potential to improve the future for all life on our planet.
Creative, cutting-edge science is the Lab's hallmark. They've reimagined ocean research – fusing the best of scientific inquiry and entrepreneurial ingenuity. This bold and nimble approach has transformed their independent nonprofit from a scrappy startup to a world-renowned hub of ocean discovery during the last 50 years.
With the help of their generous supporters, Bigelow Lab is empowering diverse researchers to collaboratively explore – and exceed – the traditional boundaries of their fields. Together, they are turning the tide on global challenges, and unlocking the incredible opportunity hidden in each drop of the ocean.
Friends of Acadia believes in preserving, protecting, and promoting stewardship of Acadia’s outstanding natural beauty, ecological vitality, and distinctive cultural resources, requires strong partnerships and the dedication of a host of friends—including Acadia National Park and Friends of Acadia staff, volunteers, donors, board members, community members, and partners. Your gift to Friends of Acadia provides much-needed funding to help protect and preserve Acadia’s lands and natural resources, engage youth in nature and the outdoors, ensure a high-quality and enriching visitor experience, and preserve and protect Acadia’s trails and carriage roads. Thank you for making a lasting difference for your park!
After recognizing the need to support the whole family when a child is seriously ill or injured, the first Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia, PA, USA, in 1974. That was the beginning of their role as a unique charity dedicated to caring for families with children who are ill or injured. Their programs and services address the essential needs of families around the world - all along their child’s healthcare journey - so they can focus on the health and well-being of their child. Each year, RMHC provides at least 2.7 million overnight stays, helping families save $736 million in lodging and meal expenses in 2023 alone. With your generosity, RMHC can continue to help their Chapters expand their reach and ensure even more families are supported throughout the world.
Each day, thousands of people – people just like you – provide compassionate care to those in need. The Red Cross' network of generous donors, volunteers and employees share a mission of preventing and relieving suffering, here at home and around the world.
Incredible people roll up our sleeves and donate time, money and blood. They learn or teach life-saving skills so our communities can be better prepared when the need arises. They do this every day because the Red Cross is needed - every day.
Danny Thomas opened the doors to St. Jude in 1962 with the dream that “no child should die in the dawn of life." Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80%, and we won't stop until no child dies from cancer. St. Jude is dedicated to treating kids with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. In addition to patient treatment, St. Jude is focused on cutting-edge research to help us better understand pediatric cancer and how to treat it. Each day, we are working toward a cure, so every child who comes to us can be given their best chance to grow up.
Why support St. Jude?
- Families never receive a bill for treatment, travel, housing or food — so they can focus on helping their child live.
- When St. Jude opened in 1962, childhood cancer was considered incurable. Since then, St. Jude has helped push the overall survival rate from 20% to more than 80% within the U.S., and they won't stop until no child dies from cancer.
- Every child deserves a chance to live their best life and celebrate every moment. When you support St. Jude, you help give kids with cancer around the world that chance.
Every year, the global energy system produces almost 40 billion tons of carbon dioxide emissions — pushing our planet toward irreversible climate tipping points. Clean Air Task Force (CATF) is focusing on the biggest levers to reduce carbon and other climate-warming emissions — technology and policy advocacy.
The planet is in serious danger and global climate policy is missing the mark. Most climate action focuses on three solution pathways: pricing carbon as a commodity, improving energy efficiency, and accelerating wind and solar electricity deployment. While these actions are useful, they address perhaps one-third of the climate change crisis.
The Clear Air Task Force's mission is to push the technology and policy changes needed to achieve a zero-emissions, high-energy planet at an affordable cost.
The Greater Waterville Interfaith Council of Churches founded the Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter (MMHS) and opened for services on November 26, 1990. In 2019 they changed their name to Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services to reflect all the progressive work of the shelter. The mission of the organization is to provide safe shelter, food, support services, and an avenue to self-sufficiency for homeless adults in our community. Ending homelessness one person, one child, one family at a time.
Sandy Hook Promise is a national nonprofit organization founded and led by several family members whose loved ones were killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School on December 14, 2012. Based in Newtown, Connecticut, our intent is to honor all victims of gun violence by turning our tragedy into a moment of transformation. By empowering youth to “know the signs” and uniting all people who value the protection of children, we can take meaningful actions in schools, homes, and communities to prevent gun violence and stop the tragic loss of life.
.png){kind=small}
Animal Welfare Society exists to serve as the safety net for lost and homeless pets and to provide access to affordable services and resources necessary for long term well-being, so pets and their families stay together and thrive.
Learn more & give
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences is an independent, nonprofit research institute located in East Boothbay, Maine. From the Arctic to the Antarctic, Bigelow Laboratory scientists use innovative approaches to study the foundation of global ocean health and unlock its potential to improve the future for all life on our planet.
Learn more & give
Friends of Acadia preserves, protects, and promotes stewardship of the outstanding natural beauty, ecological vitality, and distinctive cultural resources of Acadia National Park and surrounding communities for the inspiration and enjoyment of current and future generations.
Learn more & give
The Ronald McDonald House opened in Philadelphia, PA, USA, in 1974. Their programs and services address the essential needs of families around the world - all along their child’s healthcare journey - so they can focus on the health and well-being of their child.
Learn more & give
The American Red Cross brings shelter, food and comfort to those affected by disasters, large and small. They collect lifesaving donated blood and supply it to patients in need. They provide support to our men and women in military bases around the world, and to the families they leave behind. They train communities in CPR, first aid and other skills that save lives. And they assist our neighbors abroad with critical disaster response, preparedness and disease prevention efforts. They are able to do all this by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.
Learn more & giveSt. Jude is leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. With your support, St. Jude can provide cutting-edge treatments at no cost to families — so they can focus on helping their child live.
Learn more & give
Every year, the global energy system produces almost 40 billion tons of carbon dioxide emissions — pushing our planet toward irreversible climate tipping points. The Clean Air Task Force (CATF), is focusing on the biggest levers to reduce carbon and other climate-warming emissions — technology and policy advocacy.
Learn more & give
Mid-Maine Homeless Shelter & Services envisions a community where homelessness is rare, brief, and a one-time event. Their mission is to provide support to people experiencing homelessness by providing shelter, food, and services to low-income and vulnerable members of the Mid-Maine community.
Learn more & give
Protecting America’s children from gun violence in honor of the precious lives that were lost at Sandy Hook Elementary School.
Learn more & give