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As the largest council of governments in Maine, Kennebec Valley Council of Governments (KVCOG) covers 67 municipalities across Kennebec, Somerset, and western Waldo counties. The nonprofit organization focuses on local and regional economic development and planning as well as supports and expands capacity of local government. KVCOG is able to work with town leaders toContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight – Kennebec Valley Council of Governments”

J.S. McCarthy Printers is one of the oldest and largest commercial printers in New England. Around since 1947, J.S. McCarthy has always had a focus on customer service and industry innovation, including its newest expansion into the folding carton packaging market. Along with a commitment to its customers, J.S. McCarthy also remains dedicated to theContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight – J.S. McCarthy Printers, Inc.”

Augusta Adult & Community Education (AACE) offers a variety of programming that supports the overall health, education, and financial stability of our communities. AACE extends far beyond the typical community enrichment courses and/or high school completion options, such as high school diploma or HiSET credential programs, expected of a traditional adult education program. The organizationContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight – Augusta Adult & Community Education”

As the only combined Boys & Girls Club and YMCA program in the country, it’s no surprise that the Alfond Youth & Community Center (AYCC) has a huge focus on health and wellness for individuals of all ages. AYCC offers opportunities to engage in healthy behaviors as well as an array of prevention and wellnessContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight – Alfond Youth & Community Center”

Maine School Administrative District 11 (MSAD 11) proudly serves students from Gardiner, Pittston, Randolph, and West Gardiner across six different elementary, middle and high schools. While MSAD 11 remains focused on improving educational efforts for its students across the district, MSAD 11 has also committed to making a few changes related to health for bothContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight — MSAD 11”

The Augusta Food Bank (AFB), a nonprofit partner program of United Way of Kennebec Valley, has been serving the greater Augusta area for over 30 years. The organization focuses on addressing food insecurity in the area through a variety of services, including but not limited to, on-site food pickup (AFB Marketplace), home-delivery, FoodShare, and KidsPakContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight — Augusta Food Bank”

The Kennebec County District Attorney’s Office has been supportive of Impact2032 since its initial launch in July 2022. At that event, District Attorney Maeghan Maloney shared that she had been working with local treatment providers to create a program, developed as a result of Impact2032, that would help get individuals struggling with substance use disorderContinue reading “Impact2032 Highlight — Kennebec County District Attorney’s Office”

April 12, 2021 AUGUSTA—Dozens of leaders in southern Kennebec County are spearheading a process to establish 10-year community goals in health, education and financial stability. The Kennebec Valley Goal-Setting Council, created by United Way of Kennebec Valley (UWKV), seeks broad feedback in the form of surveys and community conversations with people who live, work or play in the region. The Goal-SettingContinue reading “Community leaders launch regional goal-setting process in southern Kennebec County”

April 28, 2021 AUGUSTA — Dozens of leaders in southern Kennebec County are spearheading a process to establish 10-year community goals in health, education and financial stability. The Kennebec Valley Goal-Setting Council, created by United Way of Kennebec Valley, seeks broad feedback in the form of surveys and community conversations with people who live, workContinue reading “Southern Kennebec County launches goal-setting process”