DCP News

DCP announces opening date for 2025-2026 HEAP season

Tue, May 6th, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
DCP offices closed and Transportation Services limited, April 3

Wed, Apr 2nd, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
DCP offices closing at 2:30 PM today

Mon, Mar 24th, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) moving to waitlist

Mon, Mar 17th, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
DCP closed Thursday, February 13, 2025, due to inclement weather forecasted

Wed, Feb 12th, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Transportation Services limited, February 6; offices closing at 1 PM

Thu, Feb 6th, 2025

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Offices closed tomorrow, December 24, 2024

Mon, Dec 23rd, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
7-Year-Old holds auction to raise money for children in need

Sun, Dec 1st, 2024

Source: WABI TV 5

Community-minded young girl raises money to help buy gifts for kids through DCP's Giving Magic program.
Maine Eviction Prevention Pilot Program Moves To Waiting List

Tue, Nov 19th, 2024

Source: MaineHousing

As of today, MaineHousing Eviction Prevention Program administered by Quality Housing Coalition placing applicants on waitlist.
Heating season has arrived. Will fuel assistance funds go far enough?

Tue, Nov 12th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

As fuel assistance returns to pre-pandemic funding levels, DCP shares concerns that benefits may not meet the needs of the increasing number of applicants.
MaineHousing Eviction Prevention Program opens for applications today.

Mon, Oct 21st, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP to open an additional Pre-K and Head Start classroom in Bucksport

Wed, Sep 18th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Downeast Community Partners Receives $20K THAW Fund Donation

Sat, Sep 7th, 2024

Source: Machias Valley News Observer

“The THAW fund has a tremendous impact in our community and helps families when they need it most,” said Versant President John Flynn. “Versant Power is happy to contribute to the fund."
DCP Transportation Services closed today

Thu, Aug 29th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Downeast Community Partners receives $20K THAW Fund donation

Thu, Aug 29th, 2024

Source: Penobscot Bay Press

Downeast Community Partners, the community action program that serves Hancock and Washington counties, recently received a $20,000 gift from Versant Power for The Heating And Warmth (THAW) fund.
Versant donates $20k to heat assistance program

Tue, Aug 27th, 2024

Source: Mount Desert Islander

DCP receives $20K donation from Versant Power for the upcoming heating season. DCP will begin accepting THAW applications on Nov. 1.
Downeast Community Partners hires new director

Mon, Aug 26th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP welcomes Rota Knott as Executive Director.
DCP’s ‘Giving Magic’ taking gift requests through December 2

Thu, Aug 22nd, 2024

Source: Penobscot Bay Press

DCP's "Giving Magic" program open through Monday, Dec. 2 to sign children up to receive gifts.
DCP welcomes new Executive Director

Mon, Aug 19th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Gifting program taking requests

Wed, Aug 14th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP's Giving Magic program signing children up to receive holiday gifts through Dec. 2, 2024.
DCP awarded change of scope for early childhood programs

Fri, Aug 9th, 2024

Source: Penobscot Bay Press

The atmosphere in Downeast Community Partners’ Early Childhood Programs was one of excitement July 19 as the agency applied for, and was granted, a change in scope from the federal Office of Head Star
Downeast Community Partners shares news on childcare programs

Tue, Aug 6th, 2024

Source: WABI TV 5 News

DCP announces new state benefits offered to childcare workers.
Program to support moms and newborns gets boost

Tue, Jul 23rd, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP's Maternal & Child Health/Nurse Bridging program receives support from the Robert T. Keeler Foundation.
DCP begins taking 2024-2025 HEAP applications today

Mon, Jul 22nd, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP's 2023 annual Lifespan Opportunities Report released to the public June 26, 2024

Thu, Jul 11th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Energy Services phone lines closed July 9-10, 2024

Mon, Jul 8th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP names new director of early childhood programs

Tue, Jul 2nd, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

Downeast Community Partners welcomes Naomi McIsaac, an MDI native, as its new Early Childhood Programs Director.
Maine Shared Community Health Needs Assessment Online survey is live

Mon, Jun 24th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Lobsterman Turned Energy Auditor Takes National Stage

Tue, Jun 4th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

Downeast Lobster Fisherman now Energy Auditor and QCI for DCP credits DCP's training program for his newfound success
From the Lobster Boat to Building Performance

Wed, May 22nd, 2024

Source: BPA Journal

Lobsterman turns Energy Auditor & Quality Control Inspector after enrolling in a state grant funded Apprenticeship Program run by Downeast Community Partners & WCCC.
DCP's Top to Bottom Drive is May 31

Tue, May 21st, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

A drive to collect critically needed hygiene items is taking place at the end of the month
Phone lines open for HEAP appointments Monday, June 3

Mon, May 13th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Driver Receives Governor's Award for Service & Volunteerism

Wed, May 8th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

Bradley Lowell, a volunteer driver for DCP is on the Governor's Honor Roll for the number of hours he devotes to the community.
DCP Receives $15,000 Grant

Wed, Apr 24th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP receives grant from the Belvedere General Charitable Grantmaking Fund of the Maine Community Foundation for weatherization and heating
DCP administrative offices closed Thursday, April 4

Wed, Apr 3rd, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Playgroup, April 4, cancelled

Tue, Apr 2nd, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
New applications for Versant Power Match paused

Thu, Mar 21st, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
Playgroup, March 21, cancelled

Thu, Mar 21st, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP endeavors to get HEAP applications processed before MaineHousing’s March 1 deadline

Fri, Feb 16th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP closed tomorrow, February 13, 2025, due to inclement weather

Mon, Feb 12th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
"To Warm a Winter's Night" fundraiser set for Feb. 24

Tue, Feb 6th, 2024

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP's second annual "To Warm a Winter's Night" event in support of the THAW fund will take place on Saturday, February 24.
DCP Offices in Calais, Ellsworth, and Machias - and all DCP Transportation Services - are Closed Wednesday, January 10

Wed, Jan 10th, 2024

Source: DCP Staff
DCP No Longer Accepting New Requests for Holiday Gifts

Thu, Dec 21st, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Administrative Offices Back Open for Regular Business Hours

Wed, Dec 20th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Critical need for heating support as HEAP benefits cut

Wed, Dec 20th, 2023

Source: Mount Desert Islander

DCP faces a struggle to help our neighbors, as HEAP benefits have been cut and the donor-supported THAW fund is critically low.
DCP Adminstrative Offices Closed Today Due to Power Outage

Tue, Dec 19th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Adminstrative Offices Closing at 3 PM

Mon, Dec 18th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
"'I am freezing to death'": Heat assistance barren after budget cuts

Fri, Dec 15th, 2023

Source: WABI TV 5 News

DCP seeks to raise urgently needed crisis heating funds for our neighbors in need.
Downeast Community Partners looking for donations for its T.H.A.W. fund

Thu, Dec 14th, 2023

Source: ABC 7 and Fox 22 News

THAW funds critically needed right now to help neighbors in Downeast Maine stay warm.
Power Restored; DCP Ellsworth Office Open for Regular Business Hours

Wed, Dec 6th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Power Outage Causes Interruption to Services; Closes DCP's Ellsworth Office

Tue, Dec 5th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Hancock County Thanksgiving Resources

Tue, Nov 14th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Washington County Thanksgiving Resources

Tue, Nov 14th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
2023 - Cancer in Maine & The CBF Impact

Fri, Nov 3rd, 2023

Source: Christine B Foundation

DCP partners with the Christine B Foundation to provide valuable nutritional support for Mainers living with cancer.
DCP Now Accepting Donations and Requests for Holiday Gifts

Mon, Oct 23rd, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP's Internet Service Restored

Wed, Oct 18th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Internet Service Provider Service Interruption

Tue, Oct 17th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Tennis Tournament Taking a Hiatus This Year

Thu, Sep 14th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Weatherization is good for Mainers’ wallets

Fri, Sep 8th, 2023

Source: Mount Desert Islander

DCP boasts the first Climate Corps team in the state.
Safe Harbor: A Place for Women to Grow and Build Connection

Mon, Aug 21st, 2023

Source: Journey Magazine

DCP's collaboration with Aroostook Mental Health Center, Community Caring Collaborative, and Healthy Acadia supports the ongoing success of Safe Harbor.
Learn about the Affordable Connectivity Program

Thu, Aug 17th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Raffle to Benefit Elder Services Programs

Tue, Aug 8th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Hires New Early Childhood Education Director

Wed, Jul 26th, 2023

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP is excited to inform the community that Eve Toomey has been hired as Director of Early Childhood Programs.
Correct Phone Number for Heating Assistance 207-610-5914

Mon, Jul 17th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Downeast Community Partners Kicking Off Heating Assistance Season

Wed, Jul 12th, 2023

Source: Fox Bangor News

DCP prepares to open a new heating assistance season.
Exciting Climate Corps Opportunity Available at DCP!

Thu, Jun 1st, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Top to Bottom Drive a Success

Mon, May 29th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Weatherization Installer Training Program Underway

Mon, May 1st, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Maine Housing Announces an April 12, 2023, Cessation of HEAP for Program Year 2023

Fri, Apr 7th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
LD 3 Home Energy Assistance Supplemental Benefits Exhausted

Tue, Mar 28th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Two-hour Delay in Opening Today

Wed, Mar 15th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
DCP Administrative Offices Closing at 2:00 PM Today

Tue, Mar 14th, 2023

Source: DCP Staff
Safe Harbor Residents Explore Financial Literacy with Joe Connors

Fri, Feb 17th, 2023

Source: Healthy Acadia Blog

DCP's financial coach, Joe Connors, provides financial literacy training to residents of Safe Harbor Recovery Home.
DCP Administrative offices closed as of Noon Friday, December 23

Fri, Dec 23rd, 2022

Source: DCP Staff
Governor Mills Announces $5.4 Million in Climate Investments to Protect Communities and Create Jobs

Thu, Dec 1st, 2022

Source: State of Maine Office of Governor Janet T. Mills

DCP receives workforce grant through Governor Mills' Clean Energy Partnership.
DCP Highlights National Estate Planning Awareness Week

Wed, Oct 19th, 2022

Source: DCP Staff
Two Maine Organizations Work to Keep Homes Warm

Wed, Oct 19th, 2022

Source: News Center Maine

News Center Maine reports on the partnership between DCP and Maine Seacoast Mission to weatherize homes in in Down east Maine.
DCP Issues Statement Regarding Paused Emergency Rental Assistance

Tue, Oct 18th, 2022

Source: DCP Staff
Happy Birthday, Downeast Community Partners!

Sat, Oct 1st, 2022

Source: DCP Staff
Emergency Rental Assistance Program No Longer Accepting New Applications

Thu, Sep 29th, 2022

Source: DCP Staff
Grant boosts local weatherization efforts

Mon, Jul 18th, 2022

Source: The Ellsworth American

DCP and Maine Seacoast Mission receive C.F. Adams Charitable Foundation grant to support weatherization efforts.
Exciting VISTA Volunteer Opportunity Available!

Fri, Jul 15th, 2022

Source: DCP Staff