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V O L . X X I I I N O. X X I I G I V I N G G U I D E 2 0 1 7 – 2 0 1 8 54 BOARD OFFICERS Natalie House Board Secretary Natalie is a long-time volunteer for the organization; she can be seen regularly greeting visitors at our admin location. Bruce Bachelder Board Treasurer, CPA Bruce began his affiliation with Mobius over 20 years ago as the independent auditor. Since then he has maintained a relationship with Mobius. Established: 1978 Employees: 152 Annual revenue: $5,800,000 CONTACT 319 Main St., Damariscotta, ME 04543 (207) 563-3511 3 Chapman St., Damariscotta, ME 04543 (207) 563-3511 14 residential programs throughout Lincoln County, including Alna, Damariscotta, Newcastle, Walpole and Wiscasset www.mobiusinc.org MobiusIncorporated MISSION STATEMENT Our Mission is to support valued roles in the community for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. We do this by engaging, empowering, challenging and helping people achieve their highest potential for independence and growth. SERVICE LOCATION(S) Statewide Mobius, Inc. 2018 GOALS Mobius, Inc.'s 2018 goals are centered on the completion of our newest resi- dential location at 21 Academy Hill Road, in Newcastle. Chandler House, as it is affectionately known, is a 5,888-square-foot historical building that is being completely renovated to offer five affordable housing units for seven clients. is building is designed to encourage and maximize client independence, community integration and economic participation. is project will be self- sustaining within two years of stabilization. e other goal for 2018 involves increasing Mobius' donor base and corporate sponsorship through education and a better understanding of the services Mobius provides, thereby allowing Mobius, Inc. to be less reliant on state and federal funds. FUNDRAISING EVENTS/OPPORTUNITIES Beginning Sept. 9, 2017 Mobius will be launching its first online appeal "$21K in 21 days for 21 Academy Hill Road." Please see Mobius, Inc.'s Facebook page for more information and for updates on the event's progress. On Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Mobius, Inc. will be hosting a community-wide celebration and conversation at its newest location, 21 Academy Hill Road, in Newcastle. Activities include tours, Question-and- Answer sessions, food and children's activities! Businesses are encouraged and welcome to help sponsor this event. Please contact Katherine Hunt for a cor- porate sponsorship packet and information. Mobius, Inc.'s Annual Meeting is scheduled for Nov. 13, 2017. e annual meeting is Mobius' opportunity to thank its clients, its employees, its volunteers and the wonderful community we are fortunate to be a part of. For more infor- mation, please call (207) 563-3511. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Mobius Inc.'s first-ever Major Gifts campaign will fund the Chandler House building's rehabilitation and supplement its eventual operation. Mobius is hop- ing that the Chandler House Revival Project will serve as a pilot for other non- profits also attempting to navigate the complexities of the affordable housing crisis. Every dollar donated to the project will go directly to the construction and will eventually offset the cost of living for Mobius clients. Please contact Katherine Hunt for information regarding donation levels. December is Annual Appeal month. Donors can donate directly using the Mobius, Inc. website, or can mail donations to Mobius' Damariscotta address. Value-based service is the core of our mission and "supporting valued roles in the community" is our core philosophy. It is our goal to practice and live our mis- sion every day. Your contributions make our work possible. Your gift is extremely important to Mobius because it helps the organization to assure safe and produc- tive lives for those we serve. Mobius, Inc. is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES ere are many opportunities for businesses and individuals to donate time and resources to Mobius. We are seeking volunteers who would be interested in sharing their interests and hobbies with our clients. State . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87% Federal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11% Private . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2% TOP FUNDING SOURCES Shirley Ann Davison Board President Shirley Ann has a long tenure in the organization, stemming back to her role as a Nurse Consultant. Rebecca Emmons Executive Director

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