Idexx founder David Shaw, Goldie Hawn team up on children’s mental health

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Published
December 9, 2022

Idexx founder David Shaw, Goldie Hawn team up on children’s mental health

A program funded by Shaw and the Hollywood star's foundation will provide curriculum and training for Maine teachers, to help students regulate their emotions and reduce depression.
Published
November 21, 2022

Maine health care nonprofit receives $9 million windfall from billionaire MacKenzie Scott

The Maine Health Access Foundation was the only Maine recipient in the latest round of gifts from the philanthropist, who is giving away much of her fortune.
Published
March 29, 2022

New Maine-based toothpaste brand aims to take on cancer

Believe Oral Care, founded by Harpswell resident Adam Hewison, is a nonprofit toothpaste company seeking to raise funds for cancer charities and research.
Published
January 10, 2022

L.L. Bean donation caps Mercy Hospital fundraising campaign

The Portland hospital said a gift of $500,000 from the Freeport-based retailer helped it reach its $20 million goal.
Published
December 2, 2021

Foundation donating $2.25 million to improve children’s cancer care in Maine

Maine Medical Center said a new pediatric center in Scarborough will be named The Sam L. Cohen Pediatric Infusion Center.
Published
October 6, 2020

Harold Alfond Foundation pledges $500 million to boost Maine economy

A series of massive donations that is intended to strengthen the state's science and technology education includes major investments in Portland.
Published
August 6, 2020

Mainers remember Doris Buffett for her great warmth, philanthropy

The older sister of billionaire Warren Buffett gave millions of dollars to educational and social welfare programs in her adopted state, where she died Tuesday at age 92.
Published
May 4, 2020

Anthem pledges over $350,000 to COVID-19 relief efforts in Maine

Funding will help address food insecurity and coronavirus emergency response efforts in the state.
Published
April 7, 2020

Hannaford triples donation to food banks, homeless outreach in 5 states

The supermarket chain is giving $750,000 to COVID-19 response efforts, including $225,000 to organizations in Maine.