In partnership with the communities we serve, Heart of Maine United Way continues to be a trusted catalyst for change, enhancing lives across our six-county region.
The COMMUNITY: Maine’s Nonprofit Hub fosters collaboration, innovation, sustainability, and resilience for Maine’s nonprofit sector. By providing shared resources, expert guidance, and a space to connect, we empower organizations to scale their impact and meet the evolving needs of our communities. Together, we are building stronger, more resilient nonprofits and mobilizing communities so all can thrive.
The Hub opened its doors in Fall 2025. We’re continuing to work on programming, events, and more through 2026, as well as additional renovations and updates to the physical space.
Providing Support For the
NonProfit Community
Nonprofit Talent & Capacity Building
Strengthen the skills and resilience of nonprofit leaders, staff, and emerging professionals by offering training, advising, and peer learning opportunities that support recruitment, retention, and long-term career pathways.
Shared Space & Services
Provide quality meeting rooms, office space, and shared infrastructure to reduce overhead costs, increase collaboration, and create a professional, connected nonprofit environment.
Nonprofit Incubation & Growth
Support emerging or evolving nonprofits by offering technical assistance, advising, and innovation support to ensure sustainability and reduce duplication of services.
Board Leadership Development
Equip professionals with governance knowledge and practical skills while connecting nonprofits with trained, mission-ready board members to strengthen oversight and effectiveness.
Volunteer Center
Expand volunteerism across the region by coordinating opportunities, promoting skilled volunteering, building corporate engagement, and recognizing the value of volunteers.
Strategic Partnerships & Community Building
Foster collaboration across nonprofit, corporate, and public sectors by hosting convenings, building coalitions, and facilitating conversations that drive innovative community solutions.
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Sign up to receive news about The COMMUNITY Hub, including upcoming trainings, workshops, community gatherings, and nonprofit spotlights. We’ll also share curated professional development resources (podcast episodes, book recommendations, and helpful tools) to support your growth and keep you connected to what’s happening in Maine’s nonprofit sector.
Building the vision
The Community Hub is now open, and we’re continuing to bring our vision to life as we refine and enhance the space. These photos—from early plans to renovation progress—show how this building has transformed into a collaborative, welcoming environment for nonprofits. Every update supports our goal of creating a vibrant place where organizations gather, connections grow, and impact is amplified across Maine.
Early Renderings
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Renovation Progress
Finished Spaces
Advisory Committee Members
Wendy Durrah
Bangor Savings Bank
Jamie Comstock
Bangor Public Health and Community Services
Clint Deschene
Town of Orono
Matt Dexter
Christine B. Foundation
Jason Donovan
Bangor Savings Bank
Katy King
Haley Ward
Anne Krieg
City of Bangor
Evelyn Silver
University of Maine (Retired)
Ashley Tkowski
BerryDunn
Get Involved
The Community: Maine’s Nonprofit Hub
If you’d like to explore partnership opportunities, schedule a visit, or learn more about how The COMMUNITY Hub supports local nonprofits, please contact us at thecommunity@homeunitedway.org or call (207) 941-2800.
Heart of Maine United Way
Serving Penobscot, Piscataquis, Hancock, Waldo, Somerset, and Washington Counties
With an estimated population of 345,656 our region is filled with outdoor adventures, rural communities, bustling historic town centers, great business success stories, and its own unique set of community challenges and needs. Evolving our role to become what the community requires to respond to the most pressing issues, Heart of Maine United Way (HoMEUW) wants to engage more people, raise awareness of the issues our communities face, and activate our cross-sector network of partners. Join us in creating long-term, sustainable change together!