The Opportunity Alliance

11/03/2026

TOA's Director of Senior Volunteer Programs, Sonya Thibeau, submitted a letter to the editor of the Portland Press Herald pointing out that investing in senior volunteer programs is a practical and proven way to help older adults thrive.

Learn more about these programs on our website at www.OpportunityAlliance.org.

https://www.pressherald.com/2026/11/03/senior-volunteer-programs-are-an-antidote-to-isolation-letter/

These opportunities for friendship, routine and civic action support participants' emotional and physical well-being.

11/02/2026

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Each year, TOA partners with area businesses as well as individuals who want to make the holidays brighter for our residential clients. We'd love to have your support this year.

If you are interested in learning more or taking part, email Anna Roberts on the TOA Development team, today.

Thank you for helping us bring joy to the lives of our adult clients. 🫶

10/27/2026

Help us Grow Hope! 🪴✨

When you donate $15 or more to support our work, you'll receive a beautiful succulent grown and nurtured by our incredible clients in TOA's Ray House Residential Program.

Your generosity does more than support our programming - it celebrates the hard work, dedication, and growth of our residents.

💚 How to get your succulent:

1. Click the link in our bio to donate - or visit www.OpportunityAlliance.org/donate
2. Give $15 or more.
3. We will contact you to arrange pick-up and you'll bring home a symbol of hope and resilience. (While supplies last)

Thank you for helping our community thrive.

10/23/2026

TOA's annual RAISE event brought together hundreds of our supporters for an evening filled with music, inspirational stories, delicious food and drink, and extraordinary generosity.

We would like to sincerely thank each volunteer, staff member, sponsor, host committee member, donor, and attendee who helped us deliver an evening of connection, celebration, and hope.

Special appreciation to our event sponsors:
Maine Community Bank | Unum | Allagash Brewing Company | M&T Bank | BerryDunn | Northeast Bank | iBec Creative | Bangor Savings Bank

Congratulations to our long-time partners and honorees Clark Insurance, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC company and The Locker Project

Photography by Joshua Atticks Photography
Auctioneer: Tom Saturley
Music: Myles Kelley Trio
Grace Wedding Venue and Event Center

Stay tuned for details about !

10/22/2026

10/15/2026

✨ An evening of inspiration, community, and lasting impact is just around the corner—but tickets are going fast!

Join us on Thursday, October 22nd for The Opportunity Alliance’s highly anticipated annual event: RAISE – Pathways to Possibilities! 🙌✨

This isn't just another fundraiser. It’s an unforgettable evening dedicated to celebrating the resilience, strength, and life-changing achievements of individuals and families right here in Maine. By attending, you are directly supporting critical programs that build healthier, safer, and more stable lives across our community.

Here’s what’s waiting for you:
🎵 Live Music
🍽️ Delicious Food & refreshments
🤝 Meaningful Connections with fellow community champions
💡 Inspiring Stories of transformation and hope

📍 Where: Grace Wedding & Event Center | 15 Chestnut Street, Portland, ME
⏰ When: Thursday, October 22nd | Check-in opens at 4:30 PM, Program runs 5:00–7:00 PM
⏳ Registration Deadline: Friday, October 16th!

This is truly an evening you do not want to miss. Let's raise our voices, raise our paddles, and RAISE hope together! 💙

👉 Secure Your Spot Today here: https://onecau.se/_mrfd61

10/13/2026

📣RAISE is just over a week away!📣

Get ready to raise your paddles! We are thrilled to share a sneak peek of this year's Live Auction line-up at RAISE. Every bid placed is a direct investment in bringing hope, resources, and vital support to our community.

Secure your spot and get all the details for this inspiring evening filled with music, delicious food and beverage, personal stories, and community connection here: https://onecau.se/_mrfd61

Seats are limited – reserve yours today! Will we see you there? Let us know in the comments!

10/10/2026

Today is World Mental Health Day, and the theme for 2026 is simple yet powerful: Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.

Mental health matters every single day. Stigma grows in silence, but healing and understanding begin when we share our stories and listen to one another.

Whether you are navigating your own mental health journey today, supporting a friend, or checking in on a loved one—please remember that no one has to face hard moments alone. A simple text, a kind word, or just holding space for someone can make all the difference.

Need support right now? Help is available 24/7. Call or text 988.

10/07/2026

A huge thank you to our incredible sponsors for making the 2026 RAISE – Pathways to Possibilities event possible! 🌟

Because of your generous support, The Opportunity Alliance can continue providing critical resources that build healthier, safer, and more stable lives for individuals and families across Maine. Your commitment to our community drives real impact and creates lasting change.

We are deeply grateful for your partnership. Together, we RAISE our voices, RAISE our paddles, and RAISE hope! 🤝💙

Get Your Tickets today: https://onecau.se/_mrfd61

Maine Community Bank | iBec Creative | Unum | Northeast Bank | M&T Bank | Allagash Brewing Company | Bangor Savings Bank | BerryDunn Portland

10/06/2026

At The Opportunity Alliance, we know we can do more for our neighbors when we work together. This year at RAISE, you’re invited to put that spirit into action.

Join TOA and Unum on 10/22 for Pathways to Possibility: A Winter Warm-Up Initiative.

Attendees are invited to assemble winter warmth kits for TOA clients experiencing homelessness. Connect with fellow guests, pack a little warmth and care, and help our neighbors prepare for the cold months ahead. All while you enjoy great food, drinks, music, and stories.

Come celebrate. Lend a hand. Make a difference.

Get your tickets today: https://onecau.se/_mrfd61