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SUMMARY:Gracie Fund Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Student Loan Repayment Program for Washington County Residents\n\n\n\n\nIf you consider Washington County your home and plan to stay here\, the Gracie Fund can help you repay your student loans. \nThe Gracie Fund fosters community development by helping recipients connect to Washington County through their commitment to a career and community service. Loan repayment awards of $5\,000 will be awarded to up to three individuals each year. \nDeadline: July 15\, 2025 at 11:59 PM ET \nLearn more here: https://sunrisecounty.org/workforcedevelopment/gracie-fund/
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/gracie-fund-deadline-2/
CATEGORIES:Financial Resources,Funding opportunity
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SUMMARY:Intermediate Microsoft Excel
DESCRIPTION: Take Your Excel Skills to the Next Level! \nJoin us for a FREE Intermediate Microsoft Excel class—a 3-part series designed to boost your spreadsheet skills!\n Dates:• April 30 | 1:30–2:30 PM• May 1 | 1:30–2:30 PM• May 2 | 1:30–2:30 PM\n Location:MaineStreet Business Building19 Main Street\, Machias\nWe’ll dive into tables\, charts\, data analysis\, sorting\, formulas & functions\, and even pivot tables!\n Requirements:• Completion of Intro to Excel or equivalent experience• A computer with MS Excel 2016 or later\n Register here!\n\nQuestions or need help registering? Reach out to Dodie Emerson at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/intermediate-microsoft-excel/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Financial Resources,Small Business Resources,Training
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T100000
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SUMMARY:Machias Community Connections: Jobs\, Resources\, and Family Fun Fairs
DESCRIPTION:Event Details:\nMachias Fair\nDate: Tuesday\, March 25\, 2025 (Snow date: March 26)\nTime: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM\nLocation: Machias Memorial High School Gym \nWe’re thrilled to invite you to the Community Connections: Jobs\, Resources\, and Family Fun Fairs—exciting events where you can connect with local talent\, showcase your organization\, and engage with the community in a meaningful way! \n\n Check Out Who’s Coming to the Community Connections Fair! \n\n\nWe have an amazing lineup of employers and resource providers ready to meet you! Whether you’re looking for a job\, career support\, helpful community resources\, or a fun time—this event has something for everyone!\n\n\n\n Employers:\n\n\nAC INC\nBeth C. Wright Cancer Resource Center\nCooke Inc. – Cooke Aquaculture/True North Maine\nDowneast Community Partners / Head Start\nEurovia -Eurovia Atlantic Coast dba Northeast Paving\nHarrington Family Health Center\nHealthWays/Regional Medical Center at Lubec\nLiving Innovations\nMachias Savings Bank\nEvergreen Care Homes – Magnolia Assisted Living\nMaine Seacoast Mission\nMano en Mano | Hand in Hand\nUniversity Credit Union\nWings for Children & Families\n\n\n\n Resource Providers:\n\n\nAdoptive and Foster Families of Maine\, Inc. & The Kinship Program\nAroostook Mental Health Center – AMHC\nBetter Business Bureau\nCommunity Caring Collaborative – The Connection Initiative\nCoastal Enterprises Inc. – Business Development Services\nDowneast Rainbow Alliance\nChild Development Services Early Intervention Program – Early Intervention for ME\nEastern Maine Development Corporation\nFamily Futures Downeast\nGateway Retirement Solutions\nGroups Recover Together\nHelp Me Grow Maine\nJMG\nJustME for JustUS\nKnow Your OPTIONS\nMachias Ambulance\nMaine APEX Accelerator\nMaine State Library\nMDOA Migrant Seasonal Farmworker Program\nMaine Department of Education – College & Career Success\nMaineStreet Business Building\nNational Digital Equity Center\nNextStep Domestic Violence Project\nPathStone Corporation Maine\nPreble Street – Labor Trafficking Outreach\nAmerican Red Cross of Northern New England\nStart Up Downeast\nUniversity of Maine\nWashington County CareerCenter\nWashington County Community College (WCCC)\nWashington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network\n\n\n\n\nPlus\, enjoy games\, crafts\, face painting for the kids\, and exciting door prizes!\n\n\nFor any questions\, feel free to reach out to me at demerson@sunrisecounty.org or 207-271-2132. \nWe can’t wait to see you there and work together to make a lasting impact on our community!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/machias-community-connections-jobs-resources-and-family-fun-fairs/
LOCATION:Machias Memorial High School\, 1 Bulldog Lane\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Educational Resources,Financial Resources,Resource Fair,Small Business Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T140000
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SUMMARY:Business Funding and Resources Forum
DESCRIPTION:Date: November 19\nTime: 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM\nLocation: Machias Savings Bank Community Room\, Center Street\, Machias\nDetails: This forum provides access to funding sources\, resources\, and services\, with multiple rounds of speed networking and door prizes.\nMore Information: Business Funding and Resources Forum
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/business-funding-and-resources-forum/
LOCATION:Machias Savings Bank Community Room\, Center Street\, Machias\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Drop-In Hours,Financial Resources,Small Business Resources
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SUMMARY:MaineStreet Business Building Outreach
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the services available at MaineStreet Business Building (MSBB). The MSBB team provides – at no cost to you – business coaching\, career development resource\, technical assistance\, help with finding and winning federal contracts\, technology advising\, diversifying income streams\, and more. We can also provide assistance with gap loans and micro-financing. \nMSBB Outreach @ Peabody Memorial Library\n162 Main Street\, Jonesport\nDate: November 13\nTime: 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/mainestreet-business-building-outreach/
LOCATION:Peabody Memorial Library\, 162 Main St\, Jonesport\, ME\, 04649\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Drop-In Hours,Financial Resources,Small Business Resources
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240919T170000
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SUMMARY:Business Resource & Contracting 101
DESCRIPTION:Attention business owners and entrepreneurs! If you are interested in meeting with different resource providers available to your business\, please stop by the MaineStreet Business Building on September 19 between 5 and 7 pm. We will have networking time\, business resource providers and a time to discuss business contracting. Whether you are an established business looking to expand\, or have a hobby that you would like to grow into a business\, this event is for you! \nPlease contact Jessica Crowley with any questions.
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/business-resource-contracting-101/
LOCATION:MaineStreet Business Building\, 19 Main St.\, Machias\, ME\, 04619\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business & Entrepreneurship Resources,Drop-In Hours,Financial Resources,Small Business Resources
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UID:14678-1724342400-1724349600@sunrisecounty.org
SUMMARY:Building Your Financial Future: Navigating College\, Business and Careers
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative and interactive event designed to help you build a strong financial future! Whether you’re navigating college\, exploring entrepreneurship\, seeking employment\, or looking to enhance your financial literacy\, this event has something for everyone.\n\nEvent Highlights:\n• Training Planning: Learn about FAFSA\, college applications\, and more.• Business & Entrepreneurship: Explore small business and entrepreneurship opportunities.• Employment: Get tips and resources for job searching.• Education & Training: Discover training programs\, scholarships\, and providers.• Financial Literacy: Gain insight into budgeting\, savings\, and goal setting.• Resources: Access a variety of resources to help you succeed.\n\nEvent Perks:\n• MEOC will be providing $20 gift cards for FAFSA completion (while supplies last).• Exciting door prizes up for grabs!• Enjoy snacks and refreshments throughout the event.• Access a plethora of resources to support your journey.\nDon’t miss out on this chance to invest in your future. Invite your friends\, and let’s build a brighter tomorrow together!
URL:https://sunrisecounty.org/event/building-your-financial-future-navigating-college-business-and-careers/
LOCATION:Lee Pellon Center\, 90 Main Street\, Machias\, ME\, 04654\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Resources,Financial Resources,Resource Fair
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