Nonprofit Day at the State House

All you need to know to prepare for June 6th!

Thank you for being part of Nonprofit Day 2023 and joining us to:

build readiness to engage fully in the formation of public policy that impacts the communities you serve
increase policymaker awareness of nonprofits and our vital contributions to Maine’s economy and way of life
strengthen relationships between nonprofit leaders and public officials

Below is more information about how to make the most of Nonprofit Day, including a preparation checklist, the agenda, directions and accessibility information, and more.

Thank you to our Nonprofit Day Sponsor!

Get Ready!

We've created a handy checklist to help you prepare for and make the most of Nonprofit Day!

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Nonprofit Day Agenda

Below is a snapshot of the day's schedule. Check back for more speaker updates!

8:30am	Arrivals, Breakfast + Networking (Hall of Flags)
9:15am	Welcome + Opening Remarks (Hall of Flags)
10:15am - 11:00am	Participants will attend one: Nonprofit Advocacy Panel: Tips for Lobbying at the State House (Welcome Center) Educational session for those getting to know how to use advocacy and public policy to advance their missions. Moderator: Joann Bautista, Deputy Secretary of State Panelists: Marty Grohman, E2Tech; Ninette Irabaruta, United Way of Southern Maine Advocates Corner (Hall of Flags) For members of MANP's Advocacy Network and other experienced advocated looking to dive deeper with peers. Private State House Tour (Depart from Hall of Flags) Led by Destie Hohman Sprague, Maine Women's Lobby
11:15am - 12:00pm	Participants will attend one: Panel Conversation: Engaging the Media to Tell Your Story (Hall of Flags) Moderator: Jennifer Hutchins, MANP Panelists: Bill Nemitz, Maine Journalism Foundation; Susan Sharon, Maine Public; and Larry Sidelinger, Lincoln County Television Private State House Tour (Depart from Hall of Flags) Led by Evan Murray, Democracy Maine
12:15pm - 12:30pm	Closing Remarks + Call to Action for Maine Nonprofits (Hall of Flags)

Getting to the State House

MANP is committed to ensuring all guests are accommodated. If you have accessibility needs, please email Kelly McCormack at KMcCormack@NonprofitMaine.org with your request.

Who Else is Coming?

Plan your networking (or carpooling) in advance! Check out the most recent list of Nonprofit Day registrants. You'll be in good company!

Collective Well-Being Guidelines

MANP offers these collective well-being guidelines for in-person events to support, as much as possible, a safe environment, physically, mentally, and emotionally. We understand that responsibility is shared among meeting organizers, event venues and attendees, and recognize that we all have a role to play in creating a safe, healthy space.

Other Ways to Engage on Nonprofit Day and Beyond

Spread the word about the value of the nonprofit sector via media and social media. Review our Frames That Work toolkit and our Adding Up Impact report for tools and content to spread the word about the vital work of the nonprofit sector.
Submit an op-ed or letter to the editor, or encourage a board member or other volunteer to do so and highlight their experience with your nonprofit. Our Frames That Work toolkit includes a sample op-ed (See Op-Ed Writing: Tips and Tricks from the Op/Ed Project)
Engage your board in your advocacy. Check out the Stand for Your Mission campaign and take advantage of their tools and resources.

Questions? We're here to help!

Get in touch with Mary Alice Scott, MANP's Public Affairs Manager, at MAScott@NonprofitMaine.org.