Maine Women's Giving Tree

03/21/2026

We had the best discovery presentations Thursday! Really timely topics.

Michelle Doherty of Mawita'nej Epijij, a gathering place for Wabanaki people, updated us on how MWGT’s grant was used. The group was able to purchase books, Michelle said, “that told more than just a story….they connect indigenous people to their heritage. Connect back to our Wabanaki roots.”

Michelle personally has reconnected with family members, is beginning to learn her native language, and has even made a skirt in Wabanaki tradition.

The Immigrant Advocacy Project gave a presentation straight from the daily headlines.

Marjorie Hankla explained the 3 core services the group provides.

The main focus is legal support during the 6-8 yr asylum process. They helped 6000 people last year!

The other services provided to new Mainers are outreach and education, and advocacy before policy makers.

MWGT thanks both organizations for providing us with an informative discussion.

03/14/2026

We hope you will join us and bring a friend to our next Discovery Presentation!

Thursday, March 19 at 4:00 pm
Topsham Library

We will hear from the Immigrant Advocacy Project and Mawita’nej
Epijij.

02/24/2026

02/16/2026

Would you like to learn more about two local organizations? Representatives from MaineHealth CHANS Home Health & Hospice and Spindleworks Art Center will present at our next discovery session.

Save the Date - February 26, 4:00, at the Topsham Library.

12/16/2025

MWGT celebrated the holidays, caught up with each other and prepared for the upcoming grant season. We love what we do!

Special thanks to one of our founders, Judy Woodman for giving us a bit of a review of where we started and where we are.

12/02/2025

Consider MWGT on Giving Tuesday.

Our mission is to improve the lives of women, children, & families in mid-coast Maine through pooling our funds and awarding grants to area organizations.

Join us today

Support Us We invite you to contribute to the impactful work of the Maine Women’s Giving Tree by making a donation today. Every year, local nonprofits rely on funding from MWGT to increase their ability to help Midcoast Mainers in need. Donations can be conveniently made online or by sending a che...

11/26/2025

We are so very thankful for the Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program and Habitat for Humanity 7 Rivers Maine. Our community is better for their tireless efforts to provide a critical safety net for our neighbors.

Thank you Tahnthawan Coffin, Institutional Giving Officer for MCHPP, and Adam Lacher, Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity/7 Rivers Maine for giving us an inside look at your organization's triumphs and challenges.

11/18/2025

Perhaps the most timely in our education series - we hope you will join us.

Habitat for Humanity/7Rivers and Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program will present important updates on how they are handling the increase in need in our area.

Please join us Thursday, November 20 at 4:00 pm at the Highland Green Community Center, 7 Evergreen Circle in Topsham. All are welcome.

10/22/2025

MWGT had the pleasure of hearing from two speakers at our last Discovery Presentation - Andrew Lardie, Executive Director of Tedford Housing, and Andree Appel of Oasis Free Clinics.

Remember - all of our educational meetings are open to anyone who would like to join!

10/14/2025

Do you want to learn more about local social agencies? Don't miss out!

Discovery Presentations from Tedford Housing & Oasis Free Clinics
When - Thursday, October 16 at 4:30
Highland Green Community Center, Topsham

Anyone is welcome to join.

09/24/2025

There’s only about a week left in matching September!

Several generous members are stepping forward to match any donations made in September, up to $5000! You don’t need to be a member to give.

Let’s go team! Make a donation today!

Support Us We invite you to contribute to the impactful work of the Maine Women’s Giving Tree by making a donation today. Every year, local nonprofits rely on funding from MWGT to increase their ability to help Midcoast Mainers in need. Donations can be conveniently made online or by sending a che...