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V O L . X X V I I N O. X X I 52 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 21– 2 0 2 2 N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E AT A GLANCE BOARD OFFICERS Michael Mitchell, LCSW, Board Vice President: Chief Executive Officer, Crisis & Counseling Centers Dr. Richard Staples, Board Treasurer: Psychologist, Private Practice Heather Merrow, Board Secretary: CNA, Lakewood Continuing Care Center BOARD MEMBERS Denver Brown: Elected Sector Matthew Chabot: MaineGeneral Health Anna Court: Elected Sector Gail Gibson: Public Sector Sheryl Gregory: Kennebec Valley Board of Realtors Michael Mosley: Special Appointment Flavia Oliveira: Elected Sector Jennifer Reed: Centenary United Methodist Church Betty St. Hilaire: MaineGeneral Health Richard St. Pierre: Skowhegan Savings Dr. Pamela Thompson: Thomas College Kennebec Valley Community Action Program (KVCAP) way to break the cycle of poverty and ensure movement toward financial and social stability. KVCAP completes an in-depth Community Needs Assess- ment every three years. e results are the backbone of our strategic planning process, which includes individual/ family level goals, community level goals, and agency/sustainability goals. In addition to providing a wide range of direct services, we partner with hun- dreds of other entities to address local needs through collaborative efforts and mutual respect. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES KVCAP will be hosting its 8th Annual Golf Tournament, renamed the Mark K. Johnston Memorial Golf Tournament in 2019, on June 24, 2022 at Lakewood Golf Course in Madison, Maine. To become an event sponsor to register a team, contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@ kvcap.org or visit kvcap.org. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES We have several giving opportunities at KVCAP. To learn more, contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@kvcap.org. f Donors can make a one-time or recur- ring gift on our website: kvcap.org. f KVCAP holds annual appeals in the spring and fall to raise unrestricted funds to support agency capacity. Donors may also choose to designate their gift to a specific program or initiative. f Employer matching gifts, planned gifts, and gifts of stock are always welcomed. f Become a Community Investor! Sign up and receive a weekly email high- lighting a specific need when no other resource exists. Investors are lifesav- ers, financially contributing to address situations that threaten an individual's or family's stability. Common requests are for car repairs, security deposits, and medical items. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES In lieu of our annual Community Cel- ebration, KVCAP will host a Drive-ru Food & Fun Event on October 6, 2021 in Skowhegan, Augusta, and Waterville. We will offer children's enrichment bags that include activities and ideas for other low-cost projects, and books donated by the Waterville Rotary Club. Food bags with recipes and ingredients to make 3 meals will also be available. People will be dressed in character costumes for a festive flair. To volunteer, contact Andrea Pasco at andreap@kvcap.org. KVCAP's South End Teen Center in Waterville welcomes volunteers who can dedicate time to engage with mem- bers, share a talent or passion, or provide homework support. Contact Lexy Cole at lcole@kvcap.org. KVCAP is always seeking new Vol- unteer Drivers for our Transportation Department. Drivers are reimbursed for their mileage, bringing people to and from medical appointments. Contact Steve Soule at steves@kvcap.org. Established: 1965 / Employees: 267 full-time, 15 part-time / Annual revenue: $28,980,853 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 54.2% Grants & Contracts (state, federal, foundations) 41.3% Program Revenue 3.1% In-Kind 1.5% Other Revenue (fundraising, private donors) CONTACT Corporate address 101 Water St., Waterville, ME 04901 (207) 859-1500 Augusta location Buker Community Center 22 Armory St.. Augusta, ME 04330-4957 Skowhegan location 26 Mary St., Skowhegan, ME 04976 kvcap.org / KVCAP AWARDS/ACCOLADES KVCAP's Maine Families received Blue Ribbon Affiliate status with the national Parents as Teachers® office. Parents as Teachers affiliates are required to engage in the Quality Endorsement and Improvement Process in their fourth year of implementation and every five years thereafter. / KVCAP is a Charter Member of NeighborWorks America® / KVCAP is a United Way Partner organization MISSION STATEMENT KVCAP's mission is to strengthen individuals, families and communities by providing direct services and by partnering with others to create sustainable solutions to poverty in an ever-changing environment. SERVICE LOCATIONS Kennebec, Somerset, Lincoln & Sagadahoc counties – not every service available in every county. Dennis Carrillo, Board President: Attorney, Cloutier, Carrillo, Capital City Law Suzanne Walsh, Chief Executive Officer P H O T O / C O U R T E S Y K V C A P 2022 GOALS KVCAP's primary goal has not changed in 56 years – to create sustainable solu- tions to poverty for individuals, families, and communities. We utilize a whole family approach, understanding that responding to the needs of all house- hold members is the most effective KVCAP's mission is to strengthen individuals, families and communities by providing direct services and by partnering with others to create sustainable solutions to poverty in an ever-changing environment.