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STELLA LADO ALEXANDRA MERRILL

“Her arms are always open wide with “She is a fully embodied woman, un­ love.” Although she does not call her­ afraid to stand up and speak about the self a leader, Stella Lado has become most unspeakable issues surrounding a compelling force for cross-cultural sexism, racism, classism, homophobia, understanding in her neighborhood, heterosexism, ageism, fat and thinnism, her school, and in a Portland which is as well as spiritual and ethnic differences becoming increasingly diverse. “Her ... no other teacher has inspired me and leadership and mentoring never deepened my understanding of misogyny ends,” writes a nominator. “Stella and feminism.” These remarks from a truly cares about the children in her nominator, extraordinary as they are, community ... When Stella speaks, give only a partial picture of Alexandra they listen!” Stella has learned about Merrill’s accomplishments, and her im­ cultural diversity by living it: she and pact on the lives of women and girls. We are proud to feature Nance Parker’s her family fled the Sudanese Civil “A Painting for Betsy” in the War, emigrating to the United States A teacher and writer, her influence has promotional materials for the 2002 via Egypt when Stella was thirteen. spread from Maine to other areas of the Evening to Honor Maine Women and Girls. United States, and to the Third World. Her thirty years of work with women has sown the seeds of twenty leadership pro­ EVENING TO HONOR MAINE grams in the United States and India, WOMEN AND GIRLS where a leadership group is planned for this year. Alexandra also conceived of October 7, 2002 and created Women’s Way, and the Women’s Leadership Collaborative to Holiday Inn by the Bay foster women’s leadership and commu­ nity building. She has also been a power­ Portland, Maine ful force in the inception and develop­ ment of Mainely Girls, acting as both Call MWF office 774-5513 or register mentor and advocate for young girls in online www.mainewomensfund.org Maine. Continued on page 2 Meet the 2002 Grant Recipients at a free reception 4:00—6:00 pm Pinner begins at 6:15 p.m. Tickets: $30-70 sliding scale In addition to becoming a mentor for neighborhood children, Stella has Sign language interpreters will be present. actively worked for cultural under­ standing in Portland. She leads a The Maine Women’s Fund gratefully troupe of young Sudanese girls in Af­ acknowledges the early support of: rican dance, encouraging them to Dead River Company preserve the traditions of their home­ Verizon land. Fortland Fress Herald / Maine Sunday Telegram At Portland High School, she was president of the Civil Rights team, Port City Life Magazine Mediahunter.com in honor of and was a delegate to the National Planned Parenthood of Young Leaders Conference in Wash­ Northern New England ington, D. C. A force for social jus­ KeySank tice, an advocate against racism, and Peoples Heritage Sank a mentor for young women and girls, Cynthia S. McMullin, A.I.A Stella is truly a bright star! Bernstein, Shur, Sawyer & Nelson

WWW.MAINEWOMENSFUNE.ORG Maine Women’s Fund Continued from cover as at establishing training programs to help Board of Directors “She knew immediately the importance bring women into the industry. A nomina­ Barbara S. Babkirk of working with girls on their own be­ tor writes: “I want to thank you for this op­ President half,” says a nominator. Through her portunity to brag a little about Penny. Lisa M. Rideout non-profit Dragon Farm, she provided With all the bragging she does about othe’l Vice President fiscal sponsorship and network support women, it is, indeed, her turn.” Moya A. Elliot in the early days of Mainely Girls and Treasurer many other fledgling organizations, sup­ AN H THU THI TRUONG Rebekah J. Smith port which has produced strong, vi­ Secretary brant, feminist organizations around the A daughter of immigrants from Viet Nam, Connie Adler, M.D. state. Her commitment to social change Susan Arledge Anh Thu Thi Truong made friends, learned Gail Benvenuta and to the elimination of gender oppres­ English, and acted as an interpreter and Myrna Bouchey sion, and her skill at exploring conflict ambassador for her family when they first Martha Breunig and female creativity is reflected in arrived in Portland. Since then, she has Jan Broberg Carter every facet of her life. Those she has Susan Dubuque been committed to excellence and leader­ Harriet W. Duer mentored agree: “We are all better ship in every aspect of her life. Robin Lin Hodgskin women leaders for knowing Alexandra.” Donna Maiorino Among other accomplishments, she is an Sibyl Masquelier honor student, scholarship winner, and a Mary E. McCann PENNYPLOURDE Darcie N. McElwee member of the Civil Rights team and of the Leslie P. Merrill National Honor Society at Deering High Lois Galgay Reckitt School. She also holds a Black Belt in Ka­ Elizabeth A. Tipper rate. But it is her commitment to commu­ Staff nity service, to the lives of girls of diverse Karin Anderson backgrounds in a Girl Scout troop in River­ Executive Director ton, and to her work with Youth Engaged Liz Anderson in Service (Y.E.S.) that makes her so ex­ Associate Director traordinary. Not content to simply excel in Tori Ryan her studies, Anh Thu is as strongly moti­ Development Coordinator vated to inspire the lives of others, and to Advisory Council help create new opportunities by challenge Ellen V.P. Wells, Chair ing economic and ethnic barriers. fl Madeleine G. Corson Joanne D'Arcangelo “She gives of herself without reservation, Joel D. Davis and has found that by giving, she gains.” Jane Holt DeFrees Jean M. Deighan Anh Thu is currently a student at the Uni­ Mimi Dunn versity of New Hampshire. Although she Carol Epstein “A true pioneer who breaks the bounda­ herself recognized, in a published piece, Richard C. Kennedy that “I can be whatever my heart desires to Jana Lapoint ries of traditional thinking ... she pushes Doug Malcolm the edges of advocacy organizations, of­ be,” her dream is to continue her service to Merle R. Nelson fering all of us, both male and female, a others by becoming a pediatrician. As she P. Andrews Nixon challenge to honor diversity,” says a wrote in an article published in the Port­ Richard L. Pattenaude land Press Herald, “I have a loving family, William J. Ryan nominator. Penny Plourde has made a Joan Benoit Samuelson lifetime commitment to going beyond good friends who care for me, a good edu­ Carol Wishcamper “just the job.” Maine is a leader in cation and Buddha’s blessings. What more women’s participation in trades and could I ask for?” Maine Women’s Fund 565 Congress Street, #306 technology; Penny has worked tirelessly P.O. Box 5135 to remove the gender barriers facing Portland, ME 04101 Maine girls and women, especially in Phone (207) 774-5513 the construction and transportation in­ Fax (207) 774-5533 [email protected] dustries. Increased opportunities have www.mainewomensfiind.org resulted in increased self-esteem and richer lives for women and girls previ­ ously consigned to traditionally “female” occupations.

Penny’s efforts have also gone far be­ This newsletter is brought to you by yond the borders of Maine: she planned Verizon—the MWF’s and led an exciting national conference Integrated Communications of tradeswomen in Denver, Colorado. Underwriter She has also led three regional institutes aimed at partnership development for women in highway construction, as well

2 WWW.MAINEWOA 1ENSFUNI\ t FC, Life shrinks or expands in proportion to onp’s courage have awarded ten more; for every MWF LAUNCHES dollar we have raised and invested in GRANTEE DATABASE Anais Nin our endowment, we would like to have I five more. Our program initiatives are ONLINE limited to our capacity to deliver them, Every day, I not to the interest in participation. The Maine Women’s Fund is thrilled am reminded We, too, need to move further into to announce the launching of the of how much abundance and security. grantee database online, starting women are September 2002! able to do with The Maine Women’s Fund is a so little - so testament to the power of individual The last twelve years of grantmaking little time, so and collective effort to make a is now captured in a searchable data­ little support, difference, even in the face of base and available to the public iso little challenge and adversity. Because we through the Maine Women’s Fund I money. I am hold the dreams of thousands of website. proud that the Maine women and girls in our hands, Maine Women’s Fund continues to you and many, many others like you “This is such an exciting accomplish­ work toward a different vision - a have helped us get where we are today. ment,” says Karin Anderson, MWF vision of abundance and security - Now, it is time to make a quantum Executive Director. “We believe this by awarding grants and leap forward to make our vision wealth of information will help con­ implementing programs that will reality. nect grantees with each other and make a deep and lasting difference will be invaluable information for for Maine women and girls. We Our quantum leap should: prospective grantees and other fun­ know that by working in partnership ders. I encourage all the MWF sup­ with our donors and our grantees, we ♦ Increase our grantmaking capacity porters and donors to visit the web­ truly are creating lasting, positive so that our grantees can fulfill site and see the social change that change. their visions; has occurred over that last twelve ♦ Increase the involvement of our years.” ar trajectory of growth since our donors in our work, either as s'Tirst grants were awarded in 1990 has Kindred Spirits or as MWF The database is searchable with addi­ been impressive: volunteers; tional technical support available ♦ Increase our New Girls’ Network from the MWF staff. ♦ More than $900,000 in grants to include hundreds of emerging has been awarded to nonprofit women leaders in their 20’s and The Maine Women’s Fund would like groups working to improve the 30’s from across the state; to thank Verizon—the MWF Inte­ lives of women and girls ♦ Increase the frequency and grated Communications Under­ statewide; influence of women’s voices at writer—for their vision in bringing ♦ More than $1 million has been every decision-making table; this amazing resource to the women and girls of Maine; Vanessa Gates- secured for our endowment; ♦ Lead us to our vision of full Elston for the huge task of entering ♦ A growing network of young equality for Maine women and all the information; and to Matt women leaders has been well girls. established through the New Hunt, A2Z Computing, for his exper­ Girls’ Network program, which Please consider joining me in this tise in creating the database. focuses on feminism, leadership quest by becoming a member of our and philanthropy; Quantum Leap Donors’ Circle. CHECK IT OUT! ♦ Working in partnership with a Donors at all giving levels enter the wide range of sponsors and circle by increasing their giving by MAINEWOMENSFUND.ORG collaborating agencies, our 100% and taking a visible stand that “Women and Money” programs says women and girls matter. I invite continue to offer safe you to join me in this circle of Newsletter Liz Anderson environments to learn about and abundance and security so that all Team: Karin Anderson discuss money and its power in Maine women and girls can benefit. Will Childs our lives. Harriet Duer Thank you so very much. And yet, all of this is not enough. Layout: Liz Anderson

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J VH' M. J lA/lV£WOA4£JVSFLUVr>. ORG 3 LOIS GALGAY RECKITT Lois has dedicated her life to making a Donor / Wonder Woman difference for disadvantaged women. NEW GIRLS’NETWORK MWF Grantee & In 1996 she agreed to serve on the MWF Board Member MWF board because, “I believe the The New Girls’ Network is starting most effective way for women to create its third year this fall—a program Lois Galgay change is to fund it ourselves.” The designed to build a network of Reckitt has MWF was a way for Lois to continue women leaders and philanthropists donated to her commitment toward her personal in their 20’s and 30’s throughout the Fund and professional goals. Maine. every year since 1990— In 1996, the MWF awarded $6,500 to The New Girls’ Network began in giving her the FCS’ Peer Intervention and Prevention Portland in 2000, expanded to in­ status of Program to train 20 peer leaders to clude a Midcoast Maine group in Wonder work in Maine high schools to conduct 2001, and will be launched this year Woman! sessions focusing on ending teen dat­ in Bangor with generous support Lois’s contri­ ing violence. The program became the from the Stephen and Tabitha King butions to the Young Adult Abuse Prevention Project. Foundation. Fund are much deeper than purely financial—she is completing her YAAPP met with tremendous success, The registration deadline is Septem­ 6th and final year as a MWF board and in 1999 the MWF awarded $8,500 ber 15, and each group has space for member. to FCS to develop a dating violence 15 women. The Portland group is prevention program appropriate for now full with a waiting list for 2003. middle school students. In 2002, the Lois is well known in her role as MWF awarded $15,000, over two years Please contact Liz Anderson for Executive Director of Family Crisis to develop a bullying awareness train­ more details —774-5513 or Services, the largest comprehensive ing program for the elementary grades. [email protected]. domestic violence services program in Maine, which celebrated its 25th anniversary in 2001. She has During the FCS anniversary, Lois re­ worked for FCS for 23 years, with a flected on the most important changes 6 year absence when she worked as that have occurred over the last 25 Executive Vice-President for the years—her conclusions: COULEUR COLLECTION National Organization of Women ♦ Increased emphasis on preven- DECEMBER 5, 2002 (NOW) in Washington, DC. tion-(YAAPP). ♦ Increased involvement of men in Couleur Collection will celebrate the Her contributions to our commu­ the work toward ending violence Holiday Season with its third annual nity are numerous and have cre­ against women. benefit, designating 10% of the day's ated profound impact: sales to the Maine Women's Fund. Couleur Collection will also invite its In 2002, FCS is going back to basics as ♦ Founder of Maine NOW, 1971. customers to make direct contribu­ they face significant budget cuts. They ♦ Co-founder of Maine Women’s tions to the Fund on the day of the are putting their resources to help the Lobby, 1977- benefit. most vulnerable women in Maine- ♦ Founder of Human Rights elderly, incarcerated and Lesbian/ Join us for a champagne reception in Campaign Fund nationally, Bisexual/Transgender/Questioning the store from 4:00 to 7:00 pm. 1980. women. ♦ Founder of Maine’s Right to MWF staff and board members will Choose. share stories about the work of the At 57 years old, Lois now feels she has organization during the reception. ♦ 14th Inductee to the Maine come into her power! She is not afraid Women’s Hall of Fame, 1998. or hesitant to speak her mind— some Couleur Collection is located in the may say she never has been. She is Shops at Falmouth Village on U.S. As a child, Lois spent every sum­ more determined than ever to convey Route One. The store features beau­ mer in Maine. At age 7 she an­ hope for Maine’s most vulnerable tiful women's clothing, jewelry, ac­ nounced to her mother that she women. cessories and gifts organized in a se­ wanted to move to Maine, but had ries of spaces by Couleur pallette. to wait until her early 20’s to do so! Fortunately for us, Lois still has the There is also original art by local and In 1968, Lois married a member of fire, plans and determination to con­ national artists. Come support the Coast Guard, moved to South tinue on ... Thank you Lois, for your Maine women and girls while doing Portland, and has lived in the same energy, passion and unrelenting com­ some of your holiday shopping! house for the last 32 years! mitment!

4 WWW.iViAINEWOMENSFl rNL). ORG TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17 EVERY WOMAN - First, the heart. We need to help A PHILANTHROPIST women connect with their heartfelt passion and the issues they care about ... this drives us to seek a re­ Just for a moment, picture all the women in your community ... and sponse. imagine what it could look like if Second, the head. An understanding every one of them viewed herself as a of the needs and the possible solu­ philanthropist! That’s precisely tions that are the cornerstones of where we need to go. informed, strategic philanthropy. COME FOR DESSERT!!! Women want to be part of creating The world is a very different place for the solutions that invest in the fu­ women in the year 2002. Let’s take a The Maine Women’s Fund and Ken­ moment and look at what the na­ ture. nebunk Savings Bank invite you to tional trends and statistics are telling come for dessert, and to talk about And last, we might remember that us: money, too! the first thing we do when we meet ♦ Women have more discretion­ someone is to shake hands. ary income and less discretion­ The evening will feature a presenta­ ary time than ever before; tion of the play Money Talks, fol­ Philanthropy needs to shake hands lowed by a discussion about money ♦ The number of female heads of with women - a warm yet firm and in a safe and friendly environment. households or primary wage meaningful handshake. Through Everyone will receive a free personal earners has increased by over volunteer work we as individuals can money management resource guide. 50% in the past 10 years; start by reflecting on our own experi­ ♦ Over 60% of the college fresh­ ence in this field and work to create The festivities will take place at the man class of 2001 consisted of similar opportunities for other York County Community Action Cen­ females, with women outpacing women. Invite other women to the ter, 6 Spruce Street, Sanford. 7-8:30 men in graduate professional table of philanthropy, and to make a p.m. There is no charge for the studies; difference as it is an invitation to be­ event, including delicious desserts! ♦ The number of women-owned come informed and to be a part of a businesses had increased by dynamic process of community de­ RSVP by September 13 and become 67% and represents the fastest velopment. Provide avenues for eligible for delicious door prizes. Call growing sector in the American leadership where women can be at Carol Patterson 324-5762 ext 9039— economy; the table and be part of community York County CAP. ♦ Women-owned businesses gen­ decision-making. erate over $3 trillion in annual Childcare available by sales; Effective philanthropy is learned be­ reservation only. ♦ Women hold the majority of havior, so the younger we start to en­ private wealth in America; gage the head, the heart, and the Generous Donation from ♦ Women make up over 40% of hands, the better! Great Works Internet all investors; ♦ The national workforce is 69% Reprinted with permission from Great Works Internet has continued females; Women’s Philanthropy Institute - their generous donation of internet ♦ 71% of women make charitable 2002. Excerpt from the keynote service to the Maine Women’s Fund. donations. speech given by Clotilde Dedecker GWI hosts the Fund’s website and during the Fulfilling the Potential of email. So, how to mobilize this potential for Women’s Philanthropy conference, philanthropic leadership and positive March 20-22, 2002. This donation was made as part of change? We need to hold up and GWI’s ongoing Charitable & Non- celebrate a kaleidoscope of women Profit Program, which is designed to philanthropists as role models and Web or Snail Mail? help non-profit organizations in­ engage them as mentors so every crease their ability to communicate woman can see herself in that role. The Fund’s newsletter is now on with the public and further their our website mission via the internet. So that we can achieve our vision of WWW. mainewomensfund.org “Every woman - a philanthropist,” “The internet has become an impor­ we need to recruit by appealing to ... If you wish to receive your tant communication tool for the the “Three H’s” - hearts, heads and newsletter electronically, Fund,” says Karin Anderson, Execu­ hands. please email us: tive Director, “and we are extremely [email protected] grateful to GWIfor their service.”

5 WOMEN’S LEADERSHIP For more information about the SAVE THE DATE...September 14 INITIATIVE LAUNCHED Women’s economic security agenda community forums, contact A new collaborative Women’s Lead­ Women, Work and Community at ership Initiative was launched in the 800-442-2092. Androscoggin Valley by the Maine Women’s Fund in partnership with September 12 - Margaret Chase Women, Work and Community on Smith Library, Skowhegan. May 23, 2002. The Initiative will September 18 - University of build on the economic and commu­ Maine at Farmington. MaineShare’s nity development, civic participation, September 20 - Coastal Eco­ Meet at the Mountain fundraising and community leadership activities nomic Development, Bath. that have been growing in Lewiston/ September 26 - University of Hike & Bike Auburn and surrounding towns. Southern Maine, Portland and Bradbury Mountain State Park, Pownal University College of Bangor. For more information contact The Initiative will focus on building October 3 - Penquis Training and Education Center, Dover-Foxcroft. MaineShare at 622-0105 or visit the capacity of women of all ages and www.maineshare.org backgrounds to develop confidence, learn and practice leadership skills, SUPPORT MWF THROUGH link with community resources and leaders, and become involved in MAINESHARE’S WORK­ shaping programs and policies that PLACE GIVING CAMPAIGN affect their lives. CHANGE! MaineShare’s 13th an­ Several themes emerged at the On June 7, 2002, the Maine nual fall workplace giv­ launch event in May: Women’s Fund co-hosted this peer- ing campaign has be­ to-peer learning day in Lucerne-in- gun! Again this year, ♦ A desire to redefine what leader­ Maine, focused on building the ca­ supporters of the Maine ship is, particularly to reflect pacity of our grantees to garner the Women’s Fund will be women’s experiences; resources needed to effect positive able to give directly and through pay­ ♦ The need to create communica­ social change. The sponsors of the roll deduction to the Maine Women’s tion and networking opportuni­ workshop were Maine Funders for Fund in addition to MaineShare’s 34 ties for the women of Androscog­ Change (which includes Genesis other non-profit members. Maine­ gin Valley; Community Loan Fund, Haymarket Share’s member groups are working for ♦ An interest in convening forums People’s Fund, Maine Initiatives, good health, environmental protection, for dialogue, developing leader­ Maine Women’s Fund, and Maine- social justice, economic opportunity for ship skills and mentoring rela­ Share), the New England Grass­ all, and much, much more. tionships that are sensitive to the roots Environment Fund, and the unique culture of the commu­ Maine Equity Fund. Nearly 100 Currently, MaineShare reaches more nity; and representatives of grantees and than 60,000 employees statewide at more than 130 workplaces with infor­ ♦ The need to increase public visi­ member groups participated in this mation about each member organiza­ bility with positive leadership exciting day of technical assistance tion and an opportunity to contribute role models. and inspiration. to long-term solutions to Maine’s hu­ man and environmental problems. The next gathering will have just After an engaging opening address Since MaineShare’s campaigns started convened as this newsletter goes to by Lael Stegall, a long-time social in 1989, more than $1 million has been press on August 27. The conversa­ change activist and currently Direc­ distributed to our member organiza­ tion at that meeting will focus on pol­ tor of the STAR Network, attendees tions. icy issues that are important to participated in a series of work­ women’s lives in the Androscoggin shops covering topics such as Major If your workplace currently offers Valley, and how women can work to­ Donors, Positioning, Special MaineShare, please give to the Maine gether to help shape an economic se­ Events, Your Mailing List, Fund- Women's Fund or other worthy organi­ curity agenda for the new governor. raising in Your Community, and zations through the efficient process of This will be one in a series of such Roles of Board and Staff in Fund- payroll deduction. If your workplace community forums around the state. raising. Evaluations of the day where overwhelmingly positive, doesn’t offer MaineShare as a charita­ ble option, please contact the MWF The Helen and George Ladd Charita­ with requests for more workshops ble Corporation and the Maine Com­ of this nature in the future. We 774-5513 or MaineShare directly at 772-9824 to find out how to get in­ munity7 Foundation provide funding hope to be able to accommodate volved in this year’s campaign and set for the Women’s Leadership Initia­ with another technical assistance tive. workshop next spring! the stage for MaineShare’s participa­ tion in years ahead.

6 \\'WW.MAINEWOMENSFUND.ORG ‘ ' EVERYWOMAN’S GARDEN TOUR CALENDAR OF EVENTS On an overcast afternoon in June, over 60 women visited and marveled at four gardens in Cumberland and North September 17 Yarmouth. Unlike most garden tours that feature gardens Money Talks—sponsored by the Maine Women’s Fund designed and tended by professional landscapers, this tour and Kennebunk Savings Bank. York County Community provided realistic visions most gardeners can achieve. Action Center, 6 Spruce Street, Sanford, Cost is free. 7--8:3O p.m. For more information call 774-5513. Thank you to Barbara Babkirk, Wendy Craig, Suzanne Brown Pelletier and Sue Pratt for sharing their gardens. September 18 Paintings by Cynthia McMullin and Alice Harmon Shaw Money Conference for Women—hosted by State were donated for a silent auction. Treasurer Dale McCormick and the YWCAs of Maine. Grey Field House, Bates College, Lewiston, Cost is free. WOMEN’S GARDEN TEA 9 a.m.—1 p.m. FMI www.state.me.us/treasurer/homepage Twenty five women wandered through the colorful and fra­ September 21 grant herb gardens at Avena Institute on a sunny afternoon Money Conference for Women—hosted by State in July. Sharing a cup of herb tea and delicious cookies, Treasurer Dale McCormick and the YWCAs of Deb Soule gave useful tips on how to nourish our bodies Maine. Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland, Cost is free. and relieve stress in our busy lives. 9 a.m.—1 p.m. FMI www.state.me.us/treasurer/homepage September 30 Thank you to Deb Soule and Bonnie Rukin Miller for this Cure Breast Cancer for ME—The Holiday Inn by the wonderful opportunity to bring women together. Bay, Portland, 12—2 p.m. FMI call 773-2533- October 1 Breakfast of Champions—Maine Women’s Lobby and Maine Women’s Policy Center, University of Maine, Presque Isle. 7:30—9 a.m. FMI call 622-0851. October 2 Women in Public Life Conference—Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland. 8:30 a.m.—3:30 p.m. Sponsored by the Muskie School of Public Service. FMI call 780-5960 or visit www.muskie.usm.maine.edu/wplconference October 3 Breakfast of Champions—Maine Women’s Lobby and Maine Women’s Policy Center, University of Maine, Visitors enjoying a garden in Cumberland Orono. 7:30—9 a.m. FMI call 622-0851. October 4 Money & Social Change Conference—an opportu­ how you can nity for donors to talk about the issues relating to funding social change. FMI call 622-6294 or visit www. Contribute maineinitiatives.org. Become a QUANTUM LEAP DONOR and increase your October 5 gift by 100%. No matter what its size, every contribu­ Money Conference for Women—hosted by State tion is important. Here’s how: Treasurer Dale McCormick and the YWCAs of Cash gift: No explanation necessary! Maine. Spectacular Events Center, Bangor, Cost is free. 9 a.m.—1 p.m. FMI www.state.me.us/treasurer/homepage Pledge: A pledge of any amount and on any schedule. Girls Will Be Girls? Aggression, Sexuality, and Bequest: Designate the MWF as a recipient of part or all of Body Image—Performing Arts Center, Orono. FMI call your estate. Sharon Barker 581-1508. Insurance: Designate the MWF as beneficiary of a life insur­ October 7 ance policy. Evening to Honor Maine Women and Girls— Stocks: By contributing stock, you may receive tax advan­ Holiday Inn by the Bay, Portland. See cover for details. tages. October 23 Memorial/Honorary: Honor someone living or deceased, Breakfast of Champions—Maine Women’s Lobby and or celebrate any occasion with a gift in the name of some­ Maine Women’s Policy Center, Holiday Inn by the Bay, one who has made a difference in your life. Portland. 7:30—9 a.m. FMI call 622-0851. Employee Matching: Have your employer match your con­ December 5 tribution. Couleur Collection— Join us for a champagne recep­ MaineShare: Designate your payroll deduction to MWF. tion in the store from 4:00 to 7:00 pm—10% of sales from Money donated to the MWF is professionally managed and carefully allocated. If the entire day will benefit the MWF. FMI call 774-55^3- you have any questions, please call the MWF office 774-5513. The MWF is a 501(c) (3) agency. Gifts to the MWF are tax deductible.

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