Downeast Community Partners' mission is to improve the quality of life and reduce the impact of poverty in Downeast communities.
Feb 25, 2023 - Special Event
To Warm a Winter's Night
A benefit for THAW (The Heating and Warmth fund)
Event Details & SponsorsAuction Info
Presented by
Darling's Auto Mall and The Reny Charitable Foundation



Events
Feb 25, 2023
To Warm a Winter's Night presented by Darling's Auto Mall and The Reny Charitable Foundation
News
Fri, Dec 23rd, 2022
DCP Administrative offices closed as of Noon Friday, December 23
Thu, Dec 1st, 2022
Governor Mills Announces $5.4 Million in Climate Investments to Protect Communities and Create Jobs
Fri, Oct 28th, 2022
DCP Now Accepting Donations and Requests for Holiday Gifts
Wed, Oct 19th, 2022
DCP Highlights National Estate Planning Awareness Week
Wed, Oct 19th, 2022
Two Maine Organizations Work to Keep Homes Warm
Tue, Oct 18th, 2022
DCP Issues Statement Regarding Paused Emergency Rental Assistance
Sat, Oct 1st, 2022
Happy Birthday, Downeast Community Partners!
Thu, Sep 29th, 2022
Emergency Rental Assistance Program No Longer Accepting New Applications
Mon, Jul 18th, 2022
Grant boosts local weatherization efforts
Fri, Jul 15th, 2022
Community Voices
My coach provided me with resources and assistance for us to live and work in Maine. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Hancock County
From the time I made the phone call to the time the furnace was installed, it was just two weeks. I've always had a great experience with them. - Vanessa Y, single mom
The most helpful thing about having the nurse come into my home is being able to ask questions about breastfeeding and seeing that she was gaining weight in the first few months. - Nurse Home Visiting Program
As someone who thrives on communication, I believe it has greatly helped my mental health to have my coach to support me in reunifying with my children. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Hancock County
My coach gave me the support to stand up for what is right and to not give up in tough situations. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Hancock County
...the lady who did my income tax on Monday, I want you to know how very much I appreciate her kindness. - Tax client
What's on the 2-1-1 phone system is also on the website. It's more user friendly to have a warm, human voice. 2-1-1 has that. - Discussion at community forum in Milbridge
It was awesome having a nurse there, anytime I needed her via phone/email. It made me feel safer. - Nurse Home Visiting Program
I have used them in Milbridge and got transportation to and from and they are a great help for everything. I am pleased to know they are here for everyone and our needs. - HEAP client
There's no place I'd rather be than in my own home with the garden I nurtured for 30 years. - Meredith R.
The Store More loan came along at the right time. With bait shortages on the horizon, we needed more storage. - John C
My coach provides my family and I with resources to achieve our goals. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Washington County
I hope the "cottage" will continue its assistance and helpful guidance in the years to come. Thank you to all who have joined in the effort to make it a success. - Bob Dick
Words cannot explain how grateful I am to your organization. Without you, I wouldn't have regained custody of my 7-year old daughter. - Jennifer S
having people to reach out to in difficult and new situations is essential. - Nurse Home Visiting Program
Friendship Cottage is a wonderful resource for the community. As lovely as the setting is, the people who staff the cottage are what make it such a special place. - Yvonne & Gary Lash and Doug & Sue Prior-Crofoot
Thank you, I am now able to live in my home another winter. - Machiasport Resident
Thank you so much for everything you do to help make sure children can get transported to the NYU Dental Outreach Program. You are vital in helping get their dental needs met! - WCCP Staff
I have been very impressed with the dedicated, caring staff at Friendship Cottage. - Dr. Marshall Smith
I don’t feel like I have all of the worries of the world on my shoulders anymore because of the support I received from my coach. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Washington County
When we enrolled our son, Mrs. Martin and Mrs. Bunch were the most welcoming and dedicated teachers I've ever met. They have done above and beyond to meet his needs. - Perin R., Gouldsboro
My coach gave me my family back and I am so thankful for her. - Whole Family Coaching participant, Hancock County
I couldn't have asked for better teachers for my child. Joyce and Kelly ... get just as excited as we do when my child learns to do something new! - Ashley P., Bucksport
I truly appreciate and value the role the staff plays in my children's lives. My children are safe and cared for. I'm not sure there's much more I could ask for. - Anonymous, Ellsworth
I would like to thank you for helping me with my furnace repair. Greatly appreciated. - Clara G
I think you are all doing a wonderful job. - HEAP client
Everybody got a lot of energy saving tips, things you never thought of. [speaking about an Energy Solutions presentation] - Calais resident
They did a really good job. We haven't had to play with the thermostat at all. The hallway was really cold and now it's not. - Michael M
Everyone at Flaherty is a pleasure to deal with, very knowledgeable and personable. They're always willing to help. - Hillary T, Machias