Why give to MaineGeneral?

We work in health care because we want to make a difference in people's lives. According to the employee engagement survey, most of us love working here and feel lucky to be at MaineGeneral. A campaign pledge is one way to give back, to thank MaineGeneral for all it does for us, our families and the community.

You may designate your gift to any of the following areas or give to what means the most to you by clicking Donate Now or by completing the pledge form. All dollars raised benefit these programs:

 

Behavioral Health

Behavioral Health services at MaineGeneral are critical for the health and wellbeing of our community. From inpatient acute stabilization to outpatient counseling, our behavioral health team provides a comprehensive range of services for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use disorders.

What the money is used for: Your gift will strengthen key components of our behavioral health program, including patient transportation through the ACT Team, expanded access to care for uninsured and underinsured patients, program enhancements, and other resources that reduce barriers to treatment and support sustained recovery.

 

HEART Fund

HEART (Hospital Employee Action Response Team) Fund offers financial assistance to eligible MGH employees and volunteers who face catastrophic life events, such as a fire, major illness, domestic violence, etc. In 2024, 93 employees received a total of $120,351.80 in HEART Fund assistance.

What the money will be used for: Your gift will provide direct assistance to MGH employees and volunteers in times of financial need.



 

 



 

Education Fund

Employee Education Fund offers financial support to any MGH employee, clinical or non-clinical, who wishes to develop their skills through education. Employee education is one of the most effective ways for MaineGeneral to remain on the leading edge of exceptional patient care. Every employee is eligible to apply for Employee Education Fund assistance.

What the money will be used for: Your gift provides financial assistance for MGH colleagues to pursue professional development and continuing education opportunities.


 

 

Mammography

Mammograms provide essential, life-saving breast cancer screening and early detection for our community. MaineGeneral offers 3D digital mammography in Augusta, Gardiner, and Waterville. From 2023–2025, we performed 55,255 mammograms. At the Alfond Center for Health (ACH), a mammogram is performed every 15 minutes, five to six days a week. Following the closure of Inland Hospital, patient volume has increased significantly, placing greater demand on our equipment.

What the money is used for: Your gift will support replacing our 13-year-old mammography machines at ACH. Each machine costs approximately $550,000, and every dollar helps ensure continued access to timely, high-quality breast cancer screening. 

 

 

Epic

Epic is a 3-year, $70+ million investment that will improve the financial health and long-term sustainability of MaineGeneral. This electronic health record (EHR) implementation will help improve communication across MaineGeneral and with external healthcare providers, provide better user experiences for patients and our medical staff, reduce duplication of efforts, improve diagnostic accuracy, streamline financial operations, and so much more.

What the money will be used for: Your gift will support the operational costs to implement Epic.

 

 

 

United Way

United Way serves all communities in Kennebec County and partners with about 59 local programs — including seven MaineGeneral programs—to provide a better quality of life for people who experience emergencies, hardships and personal challenges. Last year, more than 37,000 local people received assistance through a United Way program.

What the money will be used for: You may designate your United Way gift to one or more of its 59 community partner programs, or you may leave your gift undesignated to serve “where needed most.” United Way community partner programs will receive designated gifts in the next calendar year.


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