April 12, 2022
SACO, ME (April 12, 2022) - Powered by a growing collective of volunteers, Maine Needs strives to help individuals and families in Maine meet their basic, material needs. Saco & Biddeford Savings donated $2,500 through its Charitable Foundation, in addition to 25 cleaning kits collected from employees.
“The reality is that there are still many gaps in social services and other assistance programs,” said Tara Belch, Volunteer Shift Leader and Intern. “The efforts and initiatives of Maine Needs are absolutely integral to the wellbeing of our community members.”
The organization started in 2018, initially focused on helping single mothers raising young children in a new country. Founder Angela Stone soon realized many local individuals and families shared the same basic needs. Now, the organization strives to aid all those in need: families, individuals, housed, unhoused, Mainers and immigrants throughout the state.
“Our community members should have access to essentials, especially at times when their lives are in upheaval,” says Bob Quentin, President of Saco & Biddeford Savings. “In the short time since Maine Needs was founded they have done important work towards providing solutions for those in need. Their efforts are well worthy of our recognition and support.”
Maine Needs has double in size since September 2021, and what the volunteer network has accomplished so far has surpassed the intentions Angela set when she started. The organization isn’t about charity; it’s about mutual aid and mutual respect.”
To learn more about the organization, visit: https://www.maineneeds.org/
About Saco & Biddeford Savings Institution
Founded in 1827, Saco & Biddeford Savings is Maine’s oldest bank. For 195 years, SBSI has continued to meet the ever-changing needs of the customers and communities it serves. Fulfilling its commitment to mutuality, SBSI has contributed more than $4.7 million to area organization over the last 10 years. For more information, visit www.sbsavings.bank, Instagram at @SBSavings, Facebook at @sacobiddefordsavings, or visit one of their locations in Saco, Biddeford, Old Orchard Beach, Portland, Scarborough, South Portland or Westbrook. Member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender.
