Funders
Partners Powering Maine’s Future
Thank you to the organizations investing in education, opportunity, and economic growth.
Our work is made possible by the generous support of our funders and partners. Together, we are strengthening education, expanding career pathways, and creating opportunity for all Mainers. We are grateful for their ongoing commitment to building a more vibrant, equitable future for our state.
Bangor Savings Bank
Bangor Savings Bank has been investing in the communities in which we work and live since 1852. They are the lead sponsor of the Maine Teacher of the Year program.
Bank of America
Bank of America is one of the nation’s leading financial institutions, with a long-standing commitment to investing in education, workforce development, and economic opportunity in the communities it serves.
Bath Iron Works
Bath Iron Works, a General Dynamics company, is one of Maine’s largest employers and a proud partner in building pathways between education and careers in advanced manufacturing and defense.
Cianbro
Cianbro is one of the largest 100% employee-owned construction and construction services companies in the United States. Headquartered in Pittsfield, Maine, Cianbro operates across more than 40 states and employs over 4,000 team members, with a deep commitment to workforce development and growing Maine’s skilled trades pipeline.
DEAD RIVER COMPANY
Founded in 1909, Dead River Company is one of the largest home heating service providers in northern New England and a committed partner in supporting Maine’s communities and workforce.
FMI
Founded in 1969, Fiber Materials Inc. develops and manufactures high-temperature materials and composites for industrial, commercial, and aerospace applications. With two locations in Biddeford, Maine, FMI is a longtime supporter of STEM education and workforce development in the state.
GEIGER
Geiger is the largest family-owned promotional products distributor in the United States and a proud Maine-based business partner supporting education and community investment.
GORHAM SAVINGS BANK
Gorham Savings Bank is dedicated to improving the financial well-being of its customers and the communities they call home, with a strong commitment to supporting education and opportunity across Maine.
HANNAFORD
Founded in Portland, Maine, in 1883, Hannaford is a New England grocery institution with deep roots in the communities it serves and a long history of investing in education and workforce development across the region.
HARRIMAN
Harriman pursues creative partnerships to design relevant and innovative solutions to human needs. Through practicing the art of architecture and the science of engineering, Harriman creates environments that honor context, embrace wisdom, and enhance well-being.
HUSSEY SEATING
A family-owned Maine company founded in 1835, Hussey Seating is a global leader in spectator and educational seating. They are a committed partner in supporting Maine’s schools and communities.
HUSSON UNIVERSITY
Husson University inspires and prepares students for professional careers in current and emerging fields within the context of an education informed by the sciences and humanities.
IDEXX
IDEXX is a global leader in diagnostics and technology solutions for animal health and water and milk quality, and one of Maine’s largest employers. IDEXX is a committed partner in workforce development and education, investing in the talent pipeline that powers Maine’s economy.
JOHN T. GORMAN FOUNDATION
The John T. Gorman Foundation advances ideas and opportunities that can improve the lives of disadvantaged people in Maine. To achieve the greatest impact, the Foundation has a special interest in strengthening families and helping communities provide them with the supports and opportunities they need to thrive.
MAINE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
The Maine Community Foundation is a statewide nonprofit that helps people and organizations invest in the future of Maine. MaineCF is a trusted partner in advancing equitable education and opportunity across the state.
MAINE DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
The Maine Department of Education’s mission is to provide leadership and to collaborate with educators and learning communities in order to ensure that every learner has the opportunity to be successful.
Maine Department of Labor
The Maine Department of Labor serves Maine workers and businesses by strengthening the workforce, supporting employment opportunities, and promoting safe and fair workplaces across the state.
MAINE STATE LOTTERY
The Maine State Lottery supports programs and services across the state through contributions to Maine’s General Fund, investing millions of dollars annually in the communities Mainers call home.
MELMAC EDUCATION FOUNDATION
The MELMAC Education Foundation was established in 2001 as one of Maine’s largest foundations dedicated to advancing education for all Maine citizens. MELMAC is a longstanding and deeply valued partner in Educate Maine’s work.
MICROSOFT
Microsoft enables digital transformation for the era of an intelligent cloud and an intelligent edge. Its mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more.
Nellie Mae Education Foundation
Since its founding, the Nellie Mae Education Foundation has focused on ensuring every young person in New England has access to excellent, rigorous, and relevant educational experiences that support their healthy development and prepare them to thrive in school, community, and careers of the future.
PETER ALFOND FOUNDATION
The Peter Alfond Foundation is committed to being adaptive, disruptive, and innovative, looking to new ideas to address the world’s challenges.
SIEMENS
Siemens invests in educational and workforce opportunities that strengthen communities through meaningful, direct impact, supporting the next generation of skilled professionals.
SILVER LAKE ESTATES
Silver Lake Estates is a 55+ active community that has something for everyone. This new estate offers 42 lots, sitting on 61 acres, surrounded by Maine’s natural beauty with a sense of community on the serene shores of Silver Lake.
THOMAS COLLEGE
Thomas College is a business and liberal arts College, located in Waterville, Maine. Thomas specializes in business, education, and technology.
TYLER TECHNOLOGIES
Tyler offers public sector software solutions designed specifically for the unique needs of state and local government organizations and school districts.
UNIVERSITY OF NEW ENGLAND
The University of New England is Maine’s largest private university, an innovative educational community with two distinctive coastal Maine campuses, a vibrant new campus in Tangier, Morocco, and a robust offering of degree and certificate programs online.
UNUM
Unum provides workplace benefits and supplemental insurance coverage that protect the financial security of employees across a wide range of industries. Unum is a proud and longstanding partner in Educate Maine’s work, including as a sponsor of the Education Leaders Experience program.
WEX
WEX is a Maine-headquartered global leader in payment solutions and financial technology, and a committed partner in workforce development and education in the communities where its employees live and work.