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February 14, 2023
Photo from Downeast Horizons, Ellsworth. Member since 2000.
Downeast Horizons assists and supports individuals with developmental disabilities to live complete and fulfilling lives.
Last week to participate! MANP's annual member survey is open until this Friday. We rely on your input to plan programs and services. Primary contacts for member organizations were sent the survey by email. Have questions or haven't seen it come through? Contact membersupport@nonprofitmaine.org.
Call for Proposals: Maine Philanthropy Center invites workshop proposals on the theme "Forward Together: Urgent Action for Collective Justice" for their upcoming conference. Proposals are due by March 3 and the conference will be May 30 in Portland.
Advocate
Advocacy Alert: Sales Tax Exemption for 501(c)(3)s
Did you know that some, but not all, of Maine's charitable nonprofits are exempt from sales tax? It makes for a confusing and piecemeal system, and we want to help fix it!

Mary Alice Scott, MANP's Public Affairs Manager, is up at the State House today for a hearing on this bill in the state legislature which would create a blanket sales tax exemption, meaning all 501(c)(3)s would be exempt from paying sales tax on goods and services purchased (if the goods/services are used primarily for the purposes for which the nonprofit organization was organized).

Have questions or stories to share about this issue? Reach out to Mary Alice at mascott@nonprofitmaine.org and keep your eye on this newsletter for updates.
Connect
MANP Connects Returns this Friday!
Remote work became a necessity during the COVID-19 pandemic for many organizations that hadn't previously considered this kind of arrangement. Results from our 2022 Survey of Nonprofit Wages & Benefits show that remote and hybrid work arrangements are likely here to stay for more than half the Maine nonprofit workforce. Learn more on our blog.

With this trend in mind, we're curious: how are Maine nonprofits finding creative ways to keep their geographically distributed teams feeling connected? This Friday, February 17th at MANP Connects, we're inviting our network to join us to share ideas and get inspiration from others. (Have something to share? Make a note when you register so we can be sure to call on you!)
Member Tip: Polish Your Organization's Profile
MANP's new Member and Business Finder directories make it easier for peers and partners to find you, but only if your listing is up to date!
  1. Log in to the Member Compass*
  2. In the Company tab, add a logo, organization overview, update contact info, etc.

Kudos to organizations like Grandmothers for Reproductive Rights (GRR!) and Mainebiz that have done so!
*You'll need to be the organization's primary contact or have management access to update the Company Profile. Contact membersupport@nonprofitmaine.org if you need permissions updated.
Learn
Developing Your Compensation Philosophy
Check out this podcast from Fund the People on developing your organization's compensation philosophy, and find more resources on nonprofit compensation in our searchable resource library. (If you don't yet have a copy of MANP's 2022 Report on Nonprofit Wages & Benefits in Maine, you can find it here.)
Amplify
In the News
MANP champions the work and worth of Maine nonprofits and amplifies voices, contributions and challenges of nonprofit organizations in our communities. In recent news:
Hire
Job Watch
MANP's (recently enhanced!) job board is the go-to place for jobseekers and employers focused on purpose-driven work. Current opportunities include:
Join
We're In This Together
The support of our nonprofit members and Friends is what makes it possible for MANP to offer Maine's nonprofit sector much-needed training, services, connections and advocacy.
MANP is committed to ensuring membership dues are not a barrier to joining the network. In addition to our sliding scale dues pricing, we offer customized discounts and scholarships to meet any budget. Reach out to membersupport@nonprofitmaine.org.
Unwind

Great Backyard Bird Count
Next weekend, join people across the world in the Great Backyard Bird Count.

To prepare, you can attend a free livestream, tomorrow, Wednesday, February 15, from 1:00-2:00 p.m Eastern with experts from Audubon, Birds Canada, and the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to get tips for making birdwatching easier and more enjoyable for people of all ages and abilities.
Psst
Reminders + Opportunities

  • Storytelling Opportunity: The Maine Governor's Conference on Tourism is accepting applications to tell PechaKucha style stories on the theme of My #MaineThing. Let's get some nonprofit stories front and center! Deadline: this Friday, February 17th.
  • Nominate: Mainebiz is accepting nominations for Nonprofit Leader of the Year and Volunteer of the Year until Tuesday, February 28th.
  • Reach Maine Employer Summit: A one-day event on February 28th for employers looking for resources and solutions to workforce challenges. Learn more.
  • Grant Opportunity: The John T. Gorman Foundation will open its 2023 Direct Services Grant Program on Wednesday, March 1 and applications will be accepted until 5pm on Monday, April 3. An online information session will be held Wednesday, March 8.
  • Inclusion Maine Conference, March 28-31, South Portland. Training & resources for DEI advocates taking action to diversify Maine's workforce. Learn more.
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