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S P O N S O R E D C O N T E N T Together We Can Make a Difference As a Certified B Corp, we are continuously seeking new ways we can facilitate positive change in the cities and towns where we work and live. Over just the past five years, Mascoma Bank and the Mascoma Bank Foundation have donated more than $10 million to Northern New England non-profits. And we are pleased to call attention to the fine work that some of the non-profits with whom we partner are doing here in Maine. 207-553-3984 48 Free Street, Suite 200, Portland mascomabank.com MASCOMA BANK NMLS# 452944 "With the help of Mas- coma Bank, we are able to advocate for policies like the Historic Reha- bilitation Tax Credit and provide technical assis- tance to those projects. Together with Mascoma Community Develop- ment, we are preserv- ing unique community assets and driving revi- talization while support- ing new jobs, promoting local business opportu- nities, creating housing, expanding tourism, and instilling pride of place." Tara Kelly Executive Director, Maine Preservation " T h e B a r b a r a B u s h Children's Hospital's (BBCH) gratitude can- not be overstated for all that Mascoma Bank has done for us over the years. They lead by example, and are an inspiration of what it means to value and care for the children in our community. Through volunteer efforts and making financial contributions, Mascoma Bank has been a steadfast supporter of BBCH year after year." Rob Reider Philanthropy Manager, Maine Medical Center (The Barbara Bush Children's Hospital) "Mascoma Bank has been an instrumental partner in sustaining our critical work of preparing every young p e r s o n to n av i g ate their future, drive our economy, and lead our communities. Now more than ever Maine students need mentors who can inspire them to connect the dots between what they are learning in school to the real world. Our friends at Mascoma Bank have jumped in to provide the volunteer and financial resources necessary to move our mission forward so students have the financial literacy, work and career readiness, and entrepreneurial skillsets to enter the workforce." Michelle Anderson President & CEO, Junior Achievement of Maine "We are so grateful to Mascoma Bank and the Mascoma Foundation for their support Thanks to Mascoma, Prosperi- tyME was able to help over 300 immigrants improve their financial lives through financial empowerment classes and one-on-one coun- seling. Mascoma was also a key supporter in our Prosper Scholarship Campaign for Growth; their gift will help us to reach our goal of $2 million and support asylum-seekers as they pursue continuing educations at Maine state and community colleges." Claude Rwaganje Executive Director, ProsperityME: The Center for Financial Education "At Indigo Arts Alliance we pride ourselves on being an organization that is based in Maine and centers the brilliance of Black and Brown artists across the global diaspora. We only affiliate our mission with organizations and businesses that share our values. Those that take pride in empowering artists of color and thus transforming a community. Mascoma Bank is making a true effort to use their influence and resources to better our communities. We are honored to have Mascoma Bank as a corporate sponsor; a partner who is focused on the better- ment of our community as a whole." Indigo Arts Alliance Top L-R: Daniel Minter, Artist Director and Marcia Minter, Executive Director (co-founders) — Bottom L-R: Veronica Pounds, Marketing and Communications Coordinator; Ashley Page, Studio and Programs Coordinator; and Jordia Benjamin, Deputy Director Mascoma's Maine Team: Ira Camp, David Carter, Tad Atwell, Kaleigh Deering, Andrew Cook, Amberlynn Esperanza, Ryan Bishop, Kelly Dorsey, Garrett White and Todd Bachelder

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