Mainebiz Giving Guide

V O L . X X X I N O. X X I I 86 G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 2 5 – 2 0 2 6 N O N P RO F I T P RO F I L E 2026 GOALS In 2024–2025, Maine Youth riving (MyT) aims to ignite a statewide culture of youth mattering through three core goals: (1) Elevate youth voice, ensuring young people are co-designers of programs, messaging, and training; (2) Equip caring adults with research- based tools and training to create environments where youth feel seen, heard, and valued; and (3) Drive systems change by convening cross-sector leaders, creating community- driven strategies, and embedding the science of resilience and Positive Childhood Experiences across schools, communities, and organizations. We will launch a centralized Learning Hub, grow our membership network, expand youth-led stor ytelling and PSAs, and host a statewide REVIVE Summit. Internally, we are building our team capacity and diversifying funding to sustain this movement long-term. Every effort is grounded in our mission: to ensure all Maine youth can thrive in positive environments, rich with connection and opportunity. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES In 2025, Maine Youth riving will host two signature events: the REVIVE Summit on Oct. 10 and a You Matter Plunge: Every Splash Shows Youth in Maine They Matter in February. e Summit features keynote speaker Jennifer Wallace, Award-winning journalist and bestselling author of Never Enough, and Richard Weissbourd, EdD – renowned psychologist, senior lecturer at Harvard, and director of the Making Caring Common Project. ere will also be special offerings like a Wellbeing Room, Seaside Yoga, and the Resilience Changemaker Awards, honoring Maine organizations creating positive relationships, experiences, and environments for youth. Businesses can sponsor keynote sessions, breakout workshops, wellness experiences, or award presentations to align their brand with a statewide movement for youth thriving. In-kind donations and sponsorships help ensure these events are accessible, restorative, and deeply impactful for both youth- serving professionals and caregivers across Maine. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Businesses and donors can support Maine Youth Thriving through our membership program and Mattering Movement Fund – which fuels training, youth-led storytelling, community programming, and statewide expansion. We welcome sponsorships for special campaigns and initiatives, as well as in-kind contributions such as event space, printing, wellness products, or supplies for trainings and caregiver retreats. Businesses can underwrite scholarships, tools, or regional pilot programs that create positive environments, experiences, and relationships for youth. Whether it 's a one-time donation, an annual commitment, or a creative partnership, your support helps build a Maine where every young person knows they matter. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers play a vital role in help- ing Maine Youth riving advance our mission. Businesses can host employee volunteer days to support event setup, registration, or hospitality at our REVIVE Summit or You Matter Plunge: Every Splash Shows Youth in Maine They Matter. Professionals with expertise in marketing, design, evaluation, or facilita- tion can offer pro bono services or join a planning committee. Volunteers are also needed to help assemble caregiver kits, support youth storytelling proj- ects, or serve as local ambassadors for our Mattering Movement. Whether contributing a few hours or an ongo- ing commitment, your time helps create positive experiences, relationships, and environments that help Maine youth and families thrive. BOARD OFFICERS Daniel J. Puhlman, PhD, LMFT Board President Assistant Professor in the Child and Family Studies program, College of Education and Human Development, University of Maine, and a Marriage and Family Therapist J. Kenneth Stewart III Board Treasurer Senior Vice President Banking, M&T Bank Leslie A. Forstadt, PhD Board Secretary Extension Professor in Human Development and Human Development Specialist, University of Maine BOARD MEMBERS Catharine Biddle Director, School of Educational Leadership, Higher Education and Human Development Director, Center for Applied Research on Education and Schools and Associate Professor of Educational Leadership Samantha Hackney Co-Founder & Principal, Marigold Strategy Shaun Haskins Co-Director and Director of Development, Cobscook Institute Amanda Methot Vigue, MSW, JD Owner Methot Method Consulting Kristy Ouellette, PhD Extension Professor/Positive Youth Development Specialist, Maine 4-H Leadership Team, University of Maine Jim Roche President, Maine Bankers Association Delvina Miremadi- Baldino, Ph.D., Ed.M., CAPP Executive Director AT A GLANCE Established: 2019 / Employees: 3 / Annual revenue: $460,000 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 42.9% Grants/contracts 29.6% Private philanthropy 8.9% Dues 7.4% Fees/ services 5.9% Fundraising 3.0% Sponsorships 1.5% Individual donations CONTACT PO Box 385 Gorham, ME 04038 (207) 807-3334 maineyouththriving.org @MaineYouthThriving maineresilience MISSION STATEMENT Maine Youth Thriving supports Maine's communities by promoting research- based resilience practices that foster positive environments, experiences and relationships, ensuring a healthy, connected, and flourishing future for all our young people. SERVICE LOCATIONS Statewide Maine Youth Thriving Daniel J. Puhlman, PhD, LMFT Board President Behind the scenes of our Youth Mattering PSA campaign—where young people bravely share what it means to feel seen, heard, valued, and to add value. This powerful moment from one of our recent events captures what happens when young people are given the space, support, and respect to lead conversations that shape their communities. Together, we're building a state where every young person feels seen, heard, and valued.

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