Four Directions Maine - FDDC

10/28/2026

The auction closes this Saturday!
Support the Wabanaki Alliance and Wabanaki artists.

Our online auction ends October 31st at 11:59pm! We have amazing items available from some talented authors and artists from our communities. It’s not too late to bid on your favorites and support our ongoing efforts to have our inherent sovereignty recognized in our homelands now called Maine. Visit the auction: https://event.auctria.com/61c060b6-6b2e-4d47-a42d-a17dc4e48dc1/

10/26/2026

Teamwork, Good Times & Some Friendly Competition!

Last week, the FDDC team enjoyed a Team Appreciation Day. We visited the Abbe Museum, enjoyed a great lunch together, and wrapped up the day with a little friendly competition at the bowling alley.

We're grateful for this crew and all the dedication and hard work they bring to our communities every day!

10/22/2026

Save the Date! The Wabanaki Winter Market at the Hudson Museum at the University of Maine is coming up and is a great opportunity to support Wabanaki artists.

📅 Saturday, December 12, 2026
🕘 9 AM – 3 PM
📍 Collins Center for the Arts, University of Maine, Orono

Learn more: https://umaine.edu/hudsonmuseum/wabanaki-winter-market/

New England’s largest holiday gathering of Wabanaki artists. Dec. 12, 2026 at the Collins Center for the Arts, University of Maine, Orono, ME.

10/20/2026

Financial Guidance for Every Step

Whether you're working toward homeownership, improving your credit, building savings, or simply looking for ways to better manage your money, you don't have to figure it all out on your own.

Meet Rebecca Maynard, Four Directions' Financial Capabilities Program Manager!

Rebecca is passionate about helping people access the resources and knowledge they need to make informed financial decisions. She offers one-on-one financial counseling to help individuals and families understand their finances, set goals, and take practical steps toward a stronger financial future.

Ready to take the next step? Rebecca is here to help!

📧 [email protected]
📞 (207) 866-6545 ext. 110

Learn more: https://loom.ly/3Z4a16o

10/16/2026

Check out FDDC board member Jacob Pelkey being celebrated as one of MaineBiz 40 under 40. Congratulations, Jacob!

Jacob Pelkey says he loves reflecting on the people and places around him and sharing those stories with people who haven’t visited or considered the opportunities in the Crown of Maine.

10/14/2026

Check out this opportunity to support the Wabanaki Alliance and Wabanaki artists.

The Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together online auction is officially open through October 31! You can support the mission of the Wabanaki Alliance while bidding on an incredible selection of items - including original artwork by Wabanaki artists, books by Native authors, handcrafted goods, unique experiences, and more.

Every dollar raised directly advances our work for tribal sovereignty, civic engagement, and community education across Maine.

Whether you attend our gathering at Wolfe’s Neck on October 1 or are participating from afar, your bids help us move forward together. Browse the catalog, place your bids, and help spread the word! Woliwoni!

We will continue to add items throughout the month of October. Check back soon for more additions!

https://WAauction2026.auctria.events

10/12/2026

At Four Directions, we are proud to work alongside Wabanaki people to help strengthen opportunities, support financial well-being, and build a strong economic future for generations to come.

Our offices are closed today in observance of Indigenous Peoples’ Day.

10/09/2026

Tax Scam Alert:

The IRS is warning Tribal communities about scams involving fake “Tribal Tax Credits,” “Native American Tax Credits,” and similar offers.

These federal tax credits do not exist. Scammers may promise large refunds, offer credits for purchase, or pressure you to act quickly.

A few things to remember:
- Be cautious of tax offers that sound too good to be true.
- Don’t let anyone pressure you into acting quickly.
- Never claim a credit on your tax return that you don’t understand.
- Check with a trusted tax professional or the IRS before providing personal information or money.

Take your time, ask questions, and verify before you act.
Learn more about tax scams at IRS.gov Tax Scams.

10/08/2026

Cold weather is coming. Ask yourself:
- How much heating oil or fuel did your household use last winter?
- What did it cost?
- How will you budget for heating costs this year?
- Could you qualify for heating assistance?

LIHEAP can help eligible households with home heating costs.
Contact your Tribal Social Services program to learn about available assistance and how to apply:
• Houlton Band of Maliseet Indians: https://loom.ly/IvACe40
• Mi’kmaq Nation: https://loom.ly/I7zXl0w
• Passamaquoddy Tribe at Motahkomikuk: https://loom.ly/Z_bw3ws
• Passamaquoddy Tribe at Sipayik: Shttps://loom.ly/55N5jQs
• Penobscot Nation: https://loom.ly/_EzBF_g

Not a Tribal member?
Find the Maine Community Action Agency serving your area: https://loom.ly/syyCSOU

Planning ahead now can help make winter heating costs more manageable.

09/30/2026

As we move forward together, we invite you to join us for our annual Nihkaniyane: Let’s Go Forward Together celebration on Thursday, October 1, 2026, at Wolfe’s Neck in Freeport.

In just these past few years, we have accomplished so much; none of it would have been possible without your steadfast support. From the early days of building our coalition to tracking and recording critical votes in the Maine legislature, your dedication has sustained us.

Earlier this spring, we hosted historic candidate forums in Houlton, Presque Isle and on Indian Island for those running for highest offices in our homelands called Maine. While we are heartened by the commitments and dialogue we heard, we take nothing for granted. Challenges lie ahead, but we remain incredibly hopeful about the powerful opportunities on the horizon.

Before the hard work of the upcoming legislative season starts again, please join us to celebrate our shared progress. Enjoy a lovely evening dedicated to honoring Wabanaki sovereignty, building community, and sustaining the momentum we’ve created together. As always, Wabanaki citizens attend for free. We hope to see you there!

Tickets: https://secure.actblue.com/donate/nihkaniyane26