With more than 60 programs meeting community needs, the difference comes from your generosity. At Penquis, your generosity powers possibility. Your gift:
- Keeps a family‘s heat on during the coldest nights.
- Ensures parents and guardians have reliable childcare while they work.
- Supports small business coaching so a local entrepreneur can grow.
- Supplies critical home repairs so older adults can age safely in place.
- Helps organize community events that bring people together.
- And so much more….
Learn more about the ways you can make a difference by exploring our Ways to Give options below.
Complete your gift today and help strengthen Maine communities.
Choose a campaign or designation
Online
Make a secure gift online in minutes. Choose a designation, set your amount, and receive a receipt instantly.
Give OnlineMonthly
Join the Bridge to Hope Circle. Small monthly gifts add up to lasting impact for Maine families.
Learn more about Monthly GivingTribute
Honor or remember someone special with a gift that helps neighbors in need. We can notify the honoree or family.
Make a Tribute GiftBy Check
Prefer to give by mail? We’re grateful for your support.
Penquis Development OfficeAttn: Carin Sychterz
262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401
Planned / Legacy
Leave a lasting impact through your will, trust, or beneficiary designations. We’ll honor your intentions with integrity and work with your advisor to reflect your wishes.
Learn more about Planned GivingCorporate & Workplace
Partner with Penquis to strengthen Maine communities. Engage your team and amplify impact through matching, sponsorships, or drives.
Your generosity strengthens communities across Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties. We are committed to using your gift wisely and transparently, with measurable results.
- >20,000 Mainers supported each year
- 90% of our overall spending goes directly to services for families in need.
- 100% of your campaign dollars go straight to helping families. Every single penny makes an impact.
“When our furnace broke in the middle of winter, I didn’t know what to do. Thanks to donors like you, my kids stayed warm, and I stayed hopeful.”
“The parenting classes gave me tools I didn’t even know I needed. I’m more patient, more confident—and my daughter notices the difference.”
“At 75, I never imagined I’d be volunteering in a classroom. This program keeps me active and gives me a sense of purpose.”See more stories
Why give monthly?
Monthly giving (Bridge to Hope Circle) creates reliable funding so help is there when families need it. Small gifts add up to big, lasting impact and are easy to start, pause, or change.
- Provides steady support across seasons
- Allows programs to plan confidently
- Is simple and automatic—set it and forget it
Where does my money go?
90% of our overall spending goes directly to services for families in need. 100% of your campaign dollars go straight to helping families—every penny makes an impact.
Your gift supports housing, heating assistance, early childhood education, transportation, safety, and more across Penobscot, Piscataquis, and Knox counties.
Can I designate my gift to a specific program?
Yes. You can direct your gift to areas like early childhood, housing support, heating assistance, transportation, school supplies, or let us apply it where the need is greatest.
What is an honor or memorial gift?
An honor or memorial gift recognizes someone special while helping neighbors in need. We can notify the honoree or their family (without the amount unless you request otherwise).
- Perfect for birthdays, milestones, remembrances
- Confirmation & receipt sent to you
- Supports essential local services
How can my business support Penquis?
Businesses partner through employee giving, matching gifts, event or campaign sponsorships, drives (coats, backpacks, holiday gifts), and volunteering.
Ready to explore options? Contact csychterz@penquis.org or (207) 802‑3034.
Can I give by check?
Yes. Mail your check to: Penquis Development Office, Attn: Carin Sychterz, 262 Harlow Street, Bangor, ME 04401. You can include a short note for designations or tribute details.
Will 100% of my campaign gift help families?
Yes. 100% of campaign dollars go directly to helping families. If you choose, you can cover the small processing fee so even more reaches neighbors in need.
Is my donation tax-deductible?
Penquis C.A.P., Inc. is a nonprofit organization (EIN: 01‑6023748). Gifts are generally tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor for specific guidance.