CAMDEN — Starting March 1, UMC’s annual grants application process begins. Nonprofit organizations providing services to Knox and Waldo County residents in UMC’s four focus areas of food, housing, health and safety, and economic security are strongly encouraged to apply, according to UMC, in a news release.

“This application is the first step in UMC’s thoughtful months-long review process by the UMC Grants Committee and Board of Directors,” said UMC.

“As a relatively young nonprofit, we embarked on the grant application process last year with many uncertainties,” said Neva Allen, founder and president of But Still I Am One, a Waldo County nonprofit supporting young adults ages 16-21 who are unhoused or home insecure. “The guidance and assistance we received from United Midcoast Charities proved invaluable. Their expertise helped us to navigate the complexities, and we were thrilled to secure a grant.”

The application window ends on March 31. To apply, visit https://unitedmidcoastcharities.org/our-grant-program/apply-for-a-grant/. If you have any questions, call 207-236-2299.

About United Midcoast Charities

United Midcoast Charities, founded in 1942, is a 501c3 community-supported nonprofit whose mission is to energize Midcoast Maine nonprofit agencies through finance and guidance, supporting a network of resources stronger than any single organization. UMC’s primary areas of focus are food, housing, health & safety, and economic security. UMC has awarded $3.5 million to more than 50 agencies in the last five years as part of its community-led competitive grants program. For more information, visit www.unitedmidcoastcharities.org.