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Dear ,
The season for giving is upon us, and we hope, as you make your way through lights, parties and lists, that you are able to find a moment to reflect upon your own giving. In addition to considering a contribution to the Maine Women's Fund, here's our ask:
Give Boldly. Sometimes, we give out of habit. This year, consider giving to one new organization. When we give, we learn. Like the 30 girls who participated in the 2011 Girls' Grantmaking Initiative, you have the opportunity to build your knowledge about the needs of women and girls in Maine. The girls were partnered with eight members of the Maine Women's Fund community to review grant proposals, practice advocacy and consensus-building, and create their own definitions of philanthropy. Ultimately, they learned about and chose among fifteen different causes and gave away $5,000.
Give Joyfully. Feel the joy of investing in the power of women and dreams of girls, and give from a place of inspiration, rather than obligation. Every year, we are inspired by each of our grantees. Your gift to the Maine Women's Fund makes it possible to support great programs like the Aroostook and Bangor Network of Entrepreneurial Women, part of Women, Work and Community. They are strengthening 50 women- owned businesses in rural Aroostook County, metropolitan Bangor and surrounding small towns in Penobscot County by addressing the needs for business training for creative entrepreneurs.
Give Generously. Giving is a leadership act and you have so much to give - your time, talent and resources. Don't hold back. Your contributions make a difference. At the Maine Women's Fund, we seek to foster a culture of philanthropic leadership - your leadership - because we know that when you lead, your community thrives.
May you enjoy a bold, joyful, and generous holiday season,
Cathy
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Women Standing Together: December 8
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Join us for a collaborative, round table session where you have the opportunity to provide creative, inspirational ideas that fuel strategic thinking that will lead to real change for our guest entrepreneur, Lauren Sheffield, Lola Studios. This is a great opportunity to support and grow this entrepreneur, and work side-by-side with women on a whole new level! When: December 8 from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Where: Portland Harbor Hotel Register: Members and guests should register online or by calling 207-774-5513. Fees: WST is a membership group, and we welcome guests to attend one event prior to becoming a member. Guests may pay the $30 fee online or by sending a check to the Maine Women's Fund: 565A Congress Street, Suite 306, Portland, ME 04101. Please include registrant name(s) on your check. Women Standing Together (WST) is a growing network of professional women launching entrepreneurial women to new heights. If you are creative, market savvy and philanthropic, this group is for you! WST membership fees are collectively invested in non-profits that focus their work on entrepreneurship - one of the Fund's four strategic grantmaking areas that will advance economic security for Maine women and girls. So you can feel good about your financial investment and your time investment in the guest entrepreneur! |
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2012 Leadership Luncheon
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 Save the date: May 2, 2012, for the Maine Women's Fund Leadership Luncheon, Women's Leadership: Our Impact on Sustainability. This year, we will explore women's leadership and its impact on sustainability - in our personal, professional and community lives. Our panel will include Maine leaders who are using their voice, vision and resources to create change. We are delighted to announce Kate Chappell, business owner, philanthropist and artist, as our 2012 Tribute to Women in Industry Award (TWIN) recipient and one of our panelists. Stay tuned for more details! For more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Lauren Dietlin.
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Thank you for reading,
Cathy, Kristin, Lauren and Sonya
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