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V O L . X X I V N O. X X I G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 1 8 – 2 0 1 9 62 BOARD OFFICERS Dean Paterson Board Vice Chair Matthew Prunier Board Treasurer Stefa Normantas Board Secretary BOARD MEMBERS Martin Bailey Zachary Brandwein Carol Brunjes Weaver Stephen Butterfield Joseph Drago George Lambert Ian McCarthy Hugh Phelps Ry Russell Lorraine Twombly Jean Youde Established: 1936 Employees: 90 Annual revenue: $9,359,530 CONTACT 149 Front St. Bath, ME 04530 (207) 443-3341 info@pinetreesociety.org 71 U.S. Route 1, Suite B Scarborough, ME 04074 369 Minot Ave. Auburn, ME 04210 589 Minot Ave. Auburn, ME 04210 Pine Tree Camp: 114 Pine Tree Camp Road Rome, ME 04963 www.pinetreesociety.org pinetreecamp pinetreesociety AWARDS/ACCOLADES Outstanding Tree Farmer of the Year 2016 MISSION STATEMENT Established in 1936, Pine Tree Society helps Maine people with disabilities lead richer, more socially connected lives while providing their families with support. Too often, people with disabilities and the people caring for them feel isolated. With the help of Pine Tree Society, they're not alone. SERVICE LOCATION(S) State of Maine 2019 GOALS Eighty years ago, Pine Tree Society started as a bold new idea. Its founders had a vision: to meet the unmet needs of Maine people with disabilities through innovative services. eir vision and foresight has set Pine Tree Society on a long-term path of growth. Today, we continue to grow and evolve to effectively address needs and trans- form more lives. In 2019 Pine Tree Society is poised to continue to expand its ser- vices designed to help Maine people with disabilities secure and retain meaning- ful employment, impacting the individual and increasing Maine's workforce. At the same time, Pine Tree Society will increase case management and community support services to make a bigger impact on individuals and their families. Pine Tree Society continues its commitment to ensure that the Pine Tree Camp is an experience that is available to all who can benefit, regardless of their ability to pay tuition. Pine Tree Camp's Open Door Policy translates into the need to raise $1 million on an annual basis. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES Pine Tree Society's special events are focused on raising money to support Pine Tree Camp's Campership Fund. Since it opened in 1945, Pine Tree Camp has welcomed all who could benefit from a barrier-free summer camp opportunity, regardless of their ability to pay the $1,900 tuition. Last year, Pine Tree Camp provided nearly 99% of its 650 campers with full or partial tuition assistance. is commitment translates into the need to raise $1 million on an annual basis. Dysart's Snowmobile Ride-in to benefit Pine Tree Camp – Feb. 2, 2019: Join celebrity riders from Q106.5 as they journey from Levant to Hermon to raise money for Pine Tree Camp. Paddle for Pine Tree Camp – June 1, 2019, Kennebec River: e 22nd Annual Paddle for Pine Tree Camp features a family-friendly paddle on the Kennebec River, ending with a cookout overlooking the water. Start a workplace team to promote team building, community involvement and employee wellness. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Pine Tree Society's long history of transforming the lives of Maine people with disabilities has been made possible thanks to the generous support of thou- sands of donors from across Maine and beyond. e business community can continue to make a difference in the lives of Maine people served by Pine Tree Society – and feel good about their investment. Support Pine Tree Society's annual appeal, which directly benefits the organization's full slate of programs and services. Sponsor a Pine Tree camper from your local community as part of the Pine Tree Camp 100 campaign. Your $1,900 one-time donation will mean that a child with a disability will enjoy a transformative barrier-free summer camp experience. Since it opened in 1945, Pine Tree Camp has never turned a camper away due to inability to pay tuition. Purchase Pine Tree Society holiday cards. Since 1965, Pine Tree Society hol- iday cards proceeds are put to work immediately in our communities. Featuring the work of noted Maine artists, the Society's holiday cards are the perfect way to wish customers, vendors, family members and friends a happy holiday season while impacting Maine people with disabilities. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Pine Tree Society has a full range of meaningful volunteer opportunities that directly impact Maine people with disabilities. Whether it is helping to maintain Maine's only accessible tree house, leading a group activity for adults with developmental disabilities or supporting the Paddle for Pine Tree Camp by acting as a water safety escort, there is something for everyone – regardless of skill level and time availability. Program revenue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60% Investment income . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30% Public support . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10% TOP FUNDING SOURCES Noel Sullivan President and CEO Timothy Kittredge Board Chair Pine Tree Society

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