Giving Back Across Maine: 1% Back Grant Highlights
Portside’s 1% Back to initiative is delighted to highlight the incredible organizations receiving funding this year. These grants support projects that fight food insecurity, create safe spaces for youth, and build stronger communities across Maine and New Hampshire.
Greater Portland
Within Greater Portland, Portside was able to support multiple non-profit organizations that are impacting our communities for the better.
The Kennedy Park Football Club uses the universal language of the beautiful game of soccer to create a constructive environment and united community for underserved youth. With $10,000 in general support, the club will reach more undeserved kids who may otherwise feel disconnected, helping them build skills and belonging. They strive to unite them through teamwork, confidence-building, and community engagement. Explore how soccer is creating community and opportunity at https://www.kennedyparkfc.com/
Presente! Maine is a grassroots organization fighting to empower displaced Afro/Indigenous and Latinx peoples of Maine through survival programs, cultural celebration, and transformative healing. With $10,000 in general support, they will continue advancing equity, honoring ancestral lands, and strengthening community power. Join the movement to empower Afro/Indigenous and Latinx communities at https://www.presentemaine.org/
Valo guides young people to cultivate emotional wellbeing through proactive approaches. Valo addresses the youth mental health crisis by transforming loneliness, depression, and anxiety into a sense of belonging and wellbeing. They seek to empower young individuals to build social connections and develop skills to thrive. Find out how conversation circles are transforming youth mental health at https://www.valomaine.org/
Portside is honored to support these organizations and the vital work they do to strengthen Maine communities. Collectively, 1% Back has donated $1.2 million since inception. When you support 1% Back, you’re helping neighbors across the state access food, housing, education, and more. Together, we are building a stronger Maine for all.
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