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V O L . X X X I N O. X X I I 100 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 Shalom House, Inc. 2026 GOALS Shalom House is a leader in providing a wide array of support services and affordable housing options for people living with severe mental illness such as schizophrenia, depression, and post- traumatic stress disorder. Shalom House provides a flexible continuum of care that meets people at their level of need and helps them to maintain their highest level of independence. Shalom House assists people in moving away from dependence on the mental health system and toward community- based services and natural supports. Our overall goal is to help people with mental illness break through the barriers that make it difficult to recover from their illnesses. We accomplish this by: � Providing the tools and support necessary for our clients to meet their needs so that they may focus on their recovery. � Providing high quality, affordable, and stable housing coupled with quality mental health services. � Amplify the voices of the mentally ill in the state of Maine so that policy makers' choices are based on information rather than stereotypes. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/ OPPORTUNITIES We welcome the community to keep an eye on our social media pages and our website to see all upcoming events! ere are also opportunities to collect in-kind donations of non-perishable foods, clothing, and hygiene products to benefit those we serve. If you are interested in supporting our work, please reach out to Emily Mitchell at Emily. Mitchell@ShalomHouseInc.org. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Shalom House welcomes financial contributions f rom individuals and organizations who wish to support those we serve. Contributions can be designated to a program or made without a designation. � Annual Appeal is direct mail and online appeal supports all programs administered by Shalom House. Contributing to the Annual Appeal allows donors to play a major role in providing those with mental illness with tools and opportunities to enhance their lives and regain their independence. � Workplace Giving and Matching Gifts Businesses can participate in nonprofit campaigns and matching programs to benefit Shalom House. � Art Cards By purchasing greeting cards featuring selected works from various Shalom House artists, donors can support the intersection of art and mental health. All proceeds benefit the Art Program, https://www.shalomhouseinc.org/shop/ � In Kind Donations We are always accepting donations for our clients. Check out our wish list here: https://a.co/aOaobtN VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES e best way to support Shalom House as a volunteer is to join our Board of Directors! Our board is comprised of dedicated community members who are passionate about supporting those living with mental illness. We encourage anyone with interest in supporting our work to reach out to Emily Mitchell, Development and Communications Manager at Emily. Mitchell@ShalomHouseInc.org. BOARD OFFICERS Holly Burbank Vice President BangorHousing James Ascanio Treasurer Managing Principal, McLeod Ascanio Kelly Webber Assistant Treasurer Local Business Owner Richard Fischer Secretary Retired, Mental Health Professional BOARD MEMBERS Shawn Baldwin, Senior Consultant, BCM Advisory Group Aaron Bilodeau, COO, Northeast Residential Services Brian Kilgallen, Development Officer, Community Housing of Maine Susan Lichtman Maataoui, Ph.D, Geriatric Psychologist, VA Maine Tessa Metcalfe, Senior Property Manager, Avesta Housing Haley Pogachefsky, Occupational Therapist, Hummingbird OT Gary Rogers, Community Member Mike Sprague, Director of Asset Management, Evernorth Jennifer Yahr, Psychotherapist, APRN, CSJD Mary Haynes-Rodgers Executive Director Mark Adelson President, Retired, Portland Housing Authority Established: 1972 / Employees: 238/ Annual revenue: $38,588,135 TOP FUNDING SOURCES 59.2% Department of Housing and Urban Development 39.8% MaineCare 1% Grants CONTACT 106 Gilman St., Portland, ME 04102 (207) 874-1080 www.shalomhouseinc.org @SHIPortlandME @ShalomHouseMaine AWARDS/ACCOLADES In 2025, Shalom House was the recipient of a multi-year grant from the Onion Foundation to support the Shalom House Art Program, and a one-year grant from the John T. Gorman Foundation to support the Shalom House Basic Needs Fund. MISSION STATEMENT Shalom House offers hope for adults living with severe mental illness by providing an array of community-based mental health services and a choice of quality housing that help people lead stable and fulfilling lives in the community.. SERVICE LOCATIONS Shalom House owns and operates 27 properties that offer a safe, affordable home for those living with mental illness in Cumberland and York counties. AT A GLANCE (top) Jill, Director of Housing & Development, and Karissa, Training Coordinator, unpacking donations from Stroudwater Food Pantry for our clients! (left) Our subsidies team visiting Maine Wildlife Park as a team enhancement activity! Can you spot the team member they Photoshopped in?