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:

 

Addiction Medicine

MaineGeneral’s practices are located in Augusta and Waterville, were established in 2021 to diagnose, treat, and prevent opioid, alcohol, stimulant, and sedative (benzodiazepine) use disorders. The Addiction Medicine teams work with patients from all backgrounds to assist them in their recovery. Over the last four years, MaineGeneral’s Addiction Medicine has provided comprehensive treatment services to more than 1,200 patients.

What the money will be used for: For calendar year 2026, funds will be used to support medications for uninsured and underinsured individuals, patient needs such as transportation, and other operational costs.

 

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.



 

 



 

Epic

Epic is a 3-year, $64 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.



 

Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

Women, Infants and Children (WIC) program provides access to nutritious food, breastfeeding support, and health education to at-risk infants, children and parents/caregivers via offices and outreach clinics in Kennebec and Somerset counties. MaineGeneral’s WIC program serves more than 2,900 participants per month and is 100% grant funded, relying on state, federal, private, and individual donors to operate.

What the money will be used for: For the calendar year 2026, your gift will be used to support the purchase of diapers and children’s books, clinic hours (including staff time and travel), and other operational costs.


 

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.

 

 

 

United Way

United Way serves all communities in Kennebec County and partners with about 59 local programs — including a few 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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