Ways to Give
Endowment & Planned Giving.
Since 1937, Heart of Maine United Way has worked to improve quality of life and advance our community. Our endowment fund is how we make sure that work never stops— a tangible, sustainable resource dedicated forever to our mission.
When you donate to Heart of Maine United Way’s endowment, you help guarantee our ability to respond to whatever comes next for our region. With your support, we can build capacity for both present and future needs, for generations to come.
Benefits of an endowment gift
Amplify your gift through time
Help shape a strong and vibrant future for our region
Increase resources for vital services in your community
Receive possible tax and/or other financial benefits
Become a member of The Charles F. Bragg 2nd Society
Charles F. Bragg 2nd Society
Charles F. Bragg 2nd lived a life devoted to advancing the common good. He was a tireless volunteer in service to public education and countless organizations, including what is now Heart of Maine United Way. Charlie was among the community members who realized back in the 1930’s that there was a need for an organization to help improve and sustain the quality of life for all by distributing donations among a variety of social service organizations.
Formerly called the Red Feather Society, in 1937, the Bangor Community Chest was formed, and Charlie played a key role in its early development. He instilled in all who knew him an appreciation of the written word, the arts, a strong work ethic, and a feeling of responsibility and respect for all.
Heart of Maine United Way established The Charles F. Bragg 2nd Society in his memory, welcoming all who wish to ensure that the great work United Way does goes on forever.
Pictured: Charles F. Bragg 2nd (left) and Donald J. Eames (right) circa 1950.
*For more than a thousand years, the red feather has been used as a reward for special acts. England’s Black Prince, during the Crusades, awarded it for unusual acts of valor or chivalry. American Indians awarded red dyed eagle feathers to their most fearless braves, and Robin Hood awarded a red feather to his men for acts of exceptional goodness.
Current Members
Charles F. Bragg 2nd
Frank and Jane Bragg
John Bragg
Dr. Donald M. Clough Sr.
Carol and Steve Colson
Andy and Patty Hamilton
Elizabeth Hansen
Tracy Harding and Aimee Smith
John and Sid Kuropchak
John Lord
Harris and Judy Madson
Leonard and Renee Minsky
Norman Minsky
Nancy Roberts
Jeff and Deb Sanford
Jeff and Kara O’ Sullivan
Glen Porter
Mike and Nancy Shea
Molly and Patrick Stevens
Jeff and Lisa Wahlstrom
Named Funds
Charles F. Bragg 2nd Fund
Katherine Dolley Fund
The Eames Family Fund
Irene Gray Fund
John and Sidney Kuropchak Fund
John and Maida Marquis Fund
Shirar Patterson Fund
Herbert E. Sargent Fund
Jeff Wahlstrom Fund
G. Peirce Webber Fund
The Means Family Fund