Support Our Mission
With your help, the future looks bright for Washington County.
Sunrise County Economic Council initiates and facilitates the creation of jobs and prosperity in Washington County, Maine. In short, we work for the 30,000+ people in Washington County to build a brighter future.
We know that when you consider how to get involved and give back to your community, it can be overwhelming to decide where your dollars can be most effective. By giving to SCEC, you are making the most of your contribution by supporting partnerships with local businesses, non-profit organizations, municipalities and citizens that increase the impact and reach of the work we do – together.
A Family Futures Downeast participant and her children.
Your Donation helps SCEC:
Invest in Communities
SCEC helps Washington county towns to plan for the future, increase resiliency, secure federal funds, and build the public infrastructure our economic future depends on.
Provide Educational Opportunities
We facilitate workforce training courses that award college credit – at no cost to participants – in industries such aquaculture, lobstering and forestry.
Support Families
Family Futures Downeast‘s program takes a unique 2-gen approach by helping parents enroll in college while children enroll in high quality early education programs. SCEC’s fiscal leadership in this 6-partner collaboration provides financial support for families to thrive.
Assist Small Businesses
MaineStreet Business Building, in the heart of downtown Machias, provides business education through Partners in Entrepreneurial Pathways 1.0 and 2.0, as well as advising, networking, and co-working space. Assistance with technology needs, internet costs, financing, and getting government contracts is also available.
Support Washington County Focused Initiatives
From the Washington County Recovery Friendly Workplace Network that helps employers support employees in recovery, to the expansion of high-speed internet to remote areas, SCEC’s partnerships keep our communities’ needs central to our goals.
This is just a bit of what SCEC does in Washington County. We invite you to contribute what you can to ensure that this work continues to strengthen this special place we call home.
Success Stories
From Montana to Maine: Finding New Roots with SCEC Support
Matt LaBeau, owner and operator of Calais Powersports in the newly purchased building at 334 North Street in Calais.Matt LaBeau, owner of Calais Powersports, recently reached a major milestone—purchasing the building at 334 North Street and securing a permanent home...
Griffin Lumber Builds on Tradition and Innovation with Support from SCEC
The Griffin family in front of their new building at Griffin Lumber, Inc. in Edmunds, Maine (front, left to right: Sara Griffin, Brett Griffin, Shelly Griffin, Jace Griffin, Susan Hatton, Loan Manager at SCEC; back, left to right: Brent Griffin, Dale Griffin)Dale...
Your investment in Sunrise County Economic Council make stories like these possible.
Testimonials
“I love my community and I want to see it grow for my kids and my future grandkids. Personally, and as a business leader, I am passionate about doing my part to create and facilitate opportunity in this region. That is why I am supporting SCEC. We share the same passion.”
“FFD has shown me that anything this possible. Being a single mom working full time, you can still go to school. Had I not had the support of FFD I would not have been able to go back to school. They really pushed me to better my future and my children’s.”
“The folks at SCEC have been so helpful to the Downeast Institute from bookkeeping services to web design and administration. Over the years, we have come to rely on SCEC’s assistance with grant-writing, strategic planning, and other advice that has played a significant role in DEI’s success.”
“As one of the cornerstones of economic development opportunity for Washington County, the Port of Eastport has the pleasure of working very closely with the Sunrise County Economic Council. We see their ongoing support of Port endeavors as a key component to growing not only the Port of Eastport, but all of Washington County.my future and my children’s.”
Join us and many other community partners in working to energize Washington County.
Sunrise County Economic Council (SCEC) is a federally recognized 501(c)(3) private, non-profit organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. If you have any questions, please contact us anytime.