The Kennebunkport Fine Living Festival proudly supports the United Way of York County.
United Way of York County/Maine & Kennebunkport Fine Living Festival
“With so many of our friends and neighbors struggling to meet their basic needs, we’re grateful that our partnership with the Kennebunkport Fine Living Festival will benefit those in need right here in York County,” said United Way of York County President & CEO Kathryn Davis.
Why United Way of York County/Maine? Why Now?
- Here in southern Maine, more people are seeking help this year, many for the first time to meet their basic needs.
- Nearly 12% of our local children live in poverty and over 35% live in such low income families that they qualify for free lunch programs offered in public schools. During the summer when schools are closed, more children suffer from hunger. Proceeds from this festival will help reduce food insecurity for many in York County.
- The issues facing our friends and neighbors in York County are more complex than any one individual or organization can solve.
- United Way of York County brings people and resources together to meet emergency needs and to effect long lasting changes in community conditions that improve lives.
- We draw on local assets to build caring capacity through collaboration with thousands of volunteers and donors.
- We believe when we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all.
The Work of United Way of York County/Maine
Uniting local resources to increase hope and build futures.
General Information
Through its strong network of partnerships across this region, United Way of York County/Maine creates opportunities by focusing on the building blocks of a good life.
- Education: Lifelong Learning supports children learning from birth, youth succeeding in school and adults accessing educational opportunities related to parenting, career and more.
- Income: Financial Stability for Individuals and Families includes access to economic and supportive assets (such as childcare, transportation, etc.) for adults and youth that are prepared to engage in the community and the workforce.
- Health: Healthy Foundations for Life start with children being raised in safe and nurturing homes, with youth choosing healthy behaviors and ensuring that adults have access to quality health care of all types.
Stay Connected
To find out more about becoming a part of United Way of York County/Maine’s activities in our community, please visit www.buildcommunity.org.
