Since 1942, UMC has been dedicated to the support of organizations providing the basic needs of food, housing, health & safety, and economic security through financial & organizational support, tangible resources, and education. Think of us as your one-stop shop for charitable giving - a safety net for thousands of people and the agencies that provide essential services to your neighbors in need. UMC grants touch 1 in 3 residents here in Knox and Waldo counties. Giving to UMC is:
Easy and Effective: Give once to support food banks, health clinics, nursing services, youth organizations, housing providers, and many other agencies throughout Knox and Waldo counties. Flexible and Enduring: You can give single contributions or arrange for repeat donations, or arrange a planned gift as your legacy. Efficient: 100% of your donation goes directly to supported agencies, not to cover any UMC operating or fundraising expenses. Responsible: Through our competitive grant application process, we ensure that grantees put your gift to effective use. Ethical: We follow the Maine Association of Nonprofits' best practices and ensure fiscal responsibility through annual, independent audits. Tax-deductible: UMC is a 501.c3 nonprofit organization, so 100% of your gift(s) is tax-deductible.
