‘The light is shining in the darkness:’ Community members gather to remember those in the homeless community who died this year
“People who experienced homelessness, were previously homeless or worked in the homeless sector were remembered during the darkest night of the year.” This article was written on December 22, 2020 by Hannah LaClaire, a reporter from the Times Record. You can find the Times Record article here. BRUNSWICK — Each year, the names read at …
As pandemic grinds on and winter approaches, Tedford Housing grapples with limited capacity; Stays are also longer as guests struggle to find permanent housing.
This article was written by Hannah Laclaire, a reporter at the Times Record, and published on 12/01/2020. You can find the article online here. BRUNSWICK — When Alex Powell moved into his own Bath apartment after living in Tedford Housing’s adult homeless shelter for almost nine months, he was ready to take a deep breath …
Giving Voice: Affordable housing, causes of homelessness in Maine
This article was published in the Times Record on 12/11/2020, and written by Blaine Flanders, Community & Donor Relations Coordinator at Tedford Housing. You can read the article on the Times Record here. One common flaw throughout Maine is the lack of affordable housing. This gap in housing causes more people to become at risk …
Giving Voice: Raising awareness and holiday cheer
Tedford Housing is working to raise awareness for hunger and homelessness, all while partnering with several loyal businesses and organizations for the holidays. …
COVID-19 Protocol Update
Due to the recent change in State of Maine COVID-19 policy, we have updated our own COVID-19 protocols, effective November 6th, 2020. …
Giving Voice: How community connections are making a direct impact on those experiencing homelessness
Adult shelter renovations improve the lives of Tedford Housing guests, thanks to strong community connections. …
Giving Voice: Homeless During COVID-19
Those experiencing homelessness need community support now more than ever. …
Giving Voice: Introduction from me to you
An introduction from Blaine Flanders, Tedford Housing’s new Community & Donor Relations Coordinator. …
COVID-19 Organizational Response Plan Update
Tedford Housing continues to ensure the safety of our guests, tenants, outreach clients, and staff during the COVID-19 pandemic by observing enhances health and wellness protocols at all of our facilities. We will operate our Adult Shelter 24 hours a day through the State of Emergency to ensure our guests have a safe place be …
Giving Voice: Homelessness in the southern Midcoast through the lens of COVID-19
Tedford Housing is working towards a “new normal” while maintaining a focus on moving people from homelessness to home amid COVID-19. …
Giving Voice: Housing people during COVID-19
Even while practicing extreme social distancing, Tedford Housing’s overarching goal continues to be to find our clients safe, permanent housing. …
Join the #GivingTuesdayNow Movement on May 5, 2020
People all around the world are coming together on May 5, 2020 to tap into the power of human connection and strengthen communities at the grassroots level. By joining the #GivingTuesdayNow movement, you can help Tedford Housing continue its response to the unprecedented need caused by COVID-19 for our local residents who are experiencing homelessness. …
Giving Voice: It takes a community effort to get through difficult times
The following article was published in The Times Record on 4/10/20 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. I am working from home as I write this article, typing away on my laptop in my office. One of my sons is chatting away with his 5th grade “lunch crew” buddies via Zoom, while my other son, a freshman, …
Tedford Housing’s Response to COVID-19
We appreciate those who are reaching out asking how they can help. We continue to post our most immediate needs on our Facebook page. However, a monetary donation would help us offset the expenses we are incurring due to the pandemic and will allow us to continue to provide our critical services to our most …
Nonprofits and Mainers: A Match Made in Heaven
The following article was published in The Times Record on 2/14/2020 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. As I sat down to write this article, I realized that it would be published on Valentine’s Day. Whether you celebrate the “holiday” or not, it’s a day that’s supposed to be dedicated to love. From the nonprofit perspective, we …
UUCB Concerts for a Cause Features Heather Masse and Jed Wilson on March 14, 2020
Heather Masse will perform at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick on Saturday March 14, 2020 at 7:30 pm as part of the Concerts for a Cause series. Two-thirds of the net proceeds of the series will be donated to Tedford Housing and Oasis Free Clinics. Maine native Heather Masse is well-known to audiences as a …
Giving Voice: Homeless the longest
Our Long Term Stayers initiative is a targeted effort in reducing homelessness amongst the most vulnerable citizens in the southern Midcoast region. …
UUCB Concerts for a Cause Features Tricky Britches on January 11, 2020
Tricky Britches will perform at the Unitarian Universalist Church of Brunswick on Saturday January 11, 2020 at 7:30 pm as part of the Concerts for a Cause series. Two-thirds of the net proceeds of the series will be donated to Tedford Housing and Oasis Free Clinics. Tricky Britches is a high-energy string band hailing from …
Join Us for the Homeless Memorial Service on 12/21/19
Tedford Housing will be remembering individuals from our homeless community who passed away during the year at the annual Homeless Memorial Service. This year’s service will be held at First Parish Church in Brunswick on Saturday, December 21, 2019, the longest night of the year. We will gather at First Parish Church at 5:00pm for …
Tedford Housing Announces New Executive Director, Rota Knott
After an extensive national search, the board of directors is pleased to announce the hiring of Rota Knott as the next executive director of Tedford Housing. Knott will take over leadership from Craig Phillips, who is retiring, on January 6, 2020. …
The interruption of homelessness: Getting lost in the fray
As Thanksgiving and the holidays approach, this may be a good time to think about the meaning of home, and why providing shelter is just the first step of the work we do at Tedford Housing, with the ultimate goal being stable, permanent housing. …
Statement from Tedford Housing
EDITED TO ADD: Please remember this is an ongoing investigation and there may be conflicting reports coming out in the media. We don’t have all the details, but we do know that all of our shelter guests and staff are safe and there is no further cause for concern. Details will come out from the …
‘Tis the Season for Christmas Store Donations
Tedford Housing is teaming up with Pathway Vineyard Church to provide a free Christmas Store to families once again. Families have the opportunity to “shop” the store at no cost to them. Kids are also be able to shop for parents in a special area. There will be fun crafts, Christmas movies, coffee, hot cocoa …
An Evening with Suede to Benefit Tedford Housing, Oasis Free Clinics and UU Church of Brunswick
Pop/Jazz/Blues singer Suede will perform at the UU Church of Brunswick on Saturday, October 26th at 7:30pm to raise money for Tedford Housing and Oasis Free Clinics. Suede has been a headliner with Melissa Etheridge and Sarah McLachlan and was also Joan Rivers’ opening act. Described as a cross between Adele, Diana Krall and Bette Midler, …
Join Us for a Sukkot Celebration on Saturday, October 19th
Come Inside: Learn, Celebrate, Act A Sukkot Celebration Saturday, October 19th from 4:00-6:00pm Dudley Coe Quad, Bowdoin College The festival of Sukkot, named after the booths or huts in which Jews are supposed to dwell during the celebration, begins five days after Yom Kippur. This year Sukkot falls between October 13 and 20. During Sukkot, …
“The Public” Film Screening and Discussion – October 17, 2019
Curtis Memorial Library will be hosting a film screening of “The Public” on Thursday, October 17, at 5:30 pm. The screening will be followed by a discussion that includes Tedford Housing’s executive director, Craig Phillips. …
An Evening with Slaid Cleaves to Benefit Tedford Housing, Oasis Free Clinics and UU Church of Brunswick
Maine-raised, Texas-based singer-songwriter Slaid Cleaves will perform at the Brunswick Unitarian Universalist Church on October 5th at 7:30 pm as part of the Concerts for a Cause series. Two-thirds of the net proceeds of the 2018-2019 Concerts for a Cause series will be donated to Tedford Housing and Oasis Free Clinics. Cleaves, who grew up …
Giving Voice: The many contributions of the business community
The following article was published in The Times Record on 9/20/19 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. You often hear nonprofits talk about how they couldn’t do their important work without the support of the business community. This statement is true, but it can be hard to put into words how much this support really does make a difference. First, let’s …
An Evening with Garnet Rogers to Benefit Tedford Housing, Oasis Free Clinics and UU Church of Brunswick
Folk artist Garnet Rogers will bring his beautiful songs & quick wit to the Brunswick Unitarian Universalist Church on September 14th at 7:30 pm as part of the Concerts for a Cause series. …
First Parish Church, Brunswick to Host Kathy Izard, Author of The Hundred Story Home
First Parish Church, Brunswick will be hosting award-winning author, Kathy Izard on Tuesday, October 1, 2019 at 7:30pm. Izard will be speaking in the First Parish Church Sanctuary. This event is free and open to the public, with seating available on a first come, first served basis. According to a recent press release from First …
Giving Voice: Flipping the Calendar to Volunteer Opportunities
That flip of the calendar from the carefree summer vacation mode to more serious school and work mode often gives people new motivation to help others. …
Tedford Housing Executive Director Search Begins
Members of the transition committee have started the search for the next leader of Tedford Housing. You can now view the job posting with details on how to apply on the MANP job board. …
Merrymeeting Project Finds Home at Midcoast Community Alliance
Midcoast Community Alliance announced “a major expansion to its core offerings” with the addition of the Merrymeeting Project. Previously under the umbrella of Tedford Housing’s programs and services, but closed because of lack of funding, we are happy to see this important program for homeless youth find a new home. “It was just a natural …
Giving Voice: The realities of family homelessness
Imagine, for a moment, you and your children become homeless. There’s no space at the local family shelter. With no other options, you are forced to sleep in your car or in a tent at a local campsite. Add to that situation a heat wave with temperatures reaching and consistently staying in the 90s for several days. How will you and your family survive the heat? How will you stay cool and hydrated? …
Tedford Housing Board, Staff and Community Announcements – July 2019
Tedford Housing’s mission is creating pathways from homelessness to home by partnering with people and their communities in Midcoast Maine. Following are recent board, staff and community announcements. …
Giving voice: Creating pathways with opportunities to become involved with Tedford’s mission
The following article was published in The Times Record on 6/28/19 and written by Elise Hocking, the Maine Community Fellow at Tedford Housing and a rising sophomore at Bowdoin College. During my first year at Bowdoin College, I ran down Federal Street countless times on my way to the bike path along the river. Going …
Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Community Awards Featuring Mary Herman – June 17, 2019
WHAT: Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Community Awards featuring Mary Herman WHEN: Monday, June 17, 2019 @ 5:00pm WHERE: Brunswick Golf Club, 165 River Road, Brunswick WHY: Tedford Housing will announce new board members and officers and honor staff and volunteers who have gone above and beyond to support Tedford’s mission. The evening will also …
Giving Voice: Thinking Long-term with Supportive Housing
The following article was published in The Times Record on 5/3/19 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. Between 2005 and 2011, Tedford Housing embarked on a campaign to develop six supportive housing facilities for previously homeless individuals and families. These buildings, located in Brunswick, Bath, Lewiston, Auburn and Augusta, offered permanent housing with key case management …
Tedford Housing Board of Directors Announces Retirement of Executive Director Craig Phillips
A Message from Joyce McPhetres, President of the Tedford Housing Board of Directors It is with a mix of sadness and appreciation that I am announcing the retirement of Craig Phillips from Tedford Housing effective December 31, 2019. This a planned transition for Craig and the organization. Craig has been at the helm of Tedford …
Giving Voice: Spring cleaning and donations that spark joy
The following article was published in The Times Record on 5/5/19 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. It may or may not feel like spring when this article publishes. The calendar says April, but we live in Maine. The only thing that’s inevitable right now is the potholes. Regardless, the sunshine is brightening our days and the …
What’s Next for the Tedford Housing Resource Center
The strength of the people of this region who understand and empathize with the lived experience of homelessness is very powerful. The staff and board of Tedford Housing are very grateful for the support it has received from the community as the Town of Brunswick wound its way through a zoning ordinance process for shelters …
Brunswick Town Council to Hold Special Meeting on Shelters Monday, April 8th
The Brunswick Town Council has scheduled a special meeting focused specifically on shelters for Monday, April 8, 2019 at 6:30pm. The public meeting will be held in the council chambers in the town hall located at 85 Union Street in Brunswick. As usual, these meetings are open to the public and available for viewing on Brunswick …
An Update on the Moratorium on Shelters in Brunswick and What’s Coming Next
On Monday, March 4th, the Brunswick Town Council held a public hearing on extending the current moratorium on building shelters. After several community members voiced their concerns with the time it has taken for the town to make a decision on a zoning ordinance for shelters, most in full support of Tedford Housing, a vote …
Giving Voice: What happens when people are turned away from Brunswick’s homeless shelter?
The following article was published in The Times Record on 3/8/19 and written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development. At a recent town council meeting in Brunswick, Tedford Housing’s director of operations, Giff Jamison, was compelled to speak at the podium during the public comment time related to the council’s vote on extending the current moratorium ordinance on the …
A Letter to Tedford’s Supporters
As you may know, the Brunswick Town Council has held two workshops to review reports and recommendations from the Brunswick Planning Board and Shelter Task Force regarding the town’s zoning ordinance for shelters. (You can find information on the history of and our vision for the Tedford Housing Resource Center project here and updates regarding …
Brunswick Town Council Schedules Public Hearing on Possible Extension of Moratorium on Homeless Shelter Development for March 4, 2019
The Brunswick Town Council has scheduled a public hearing regarding whether or not to extend the moratorium on homeless shelter development for Monday, March 4, 2019 at 6:30pm. The public hearing will be held in the council chambers in the town hall located at 85 Union Street in Brunswick. As usual, these meetings are open to the public …
Giving Voice: What does a comprehensive approach to homelessness look like?
Tedford Housing changed its name from Tedford Shelter back in 2006 in recognition of the organization’s evolution to include permanent supportive housing and related homeless prevention services. While community members still refer to us as Tedford Shelter, we take a much more comprehensive approach to homelessness than just providing beds for overnight guests (the original intent of the organization). …
Tedford Housing Board and Staff Announcements – February 2019
Tedford Housing’s mission is creating pathways from homelessness to home by partnering with people and their communities in Midcoast Maine. Following are recent board and staff announcements. Board of Directors Elections Two new members were elected to Tedford Housing’s board, including Patti Lawton and Andrew Lardie. Lawton, of Brunswick, is a REALTOR at Sotheby’s International …
Vote to help Tedford Housing win $5,000 from Bangor Savings Bank #CMM2019
Cast your vote for Tedford Housing as a Cumberland County write-in at www.bangor.com/cmm during the month of February 2019. …
Brunswick Town Council Holding Second Workshop on Shelters on 2/7/19
The second public workshop on shelters for the Brunswick Town Council is scheduled for Thursday, February, 7 2019 at 6:30pm. The workshop will be held in the council chambers in the town hall located at 85 Union Street in Brunswick. As usual, these meetings are open to the public and available for viewing on Brunswick Cable TV3. The …
Brunswick Town Council to Hold First Workshop on Shelters 1/30/19
While there is no specific agenda or packet posted on the Town of Brunswick website at this time, the first public workshop on shelters for the Brunswick Town Council is scheduled for Wednesday, January 30, 2019 at 6:30pm. The workshop will be held in the council chambers in the town hall located at 85 Union …
Clarifying Tedford Housing’s proposed emergency housing program
The following letter to the editor was written by Craig Phillips, executive director of Tedford Housing, and published in The Times Record on January 21, 2019. I am writing in response to the Jan. 10 article in The Times Record, titled “Residents ‘overwhelmingly’ oppose new homeless shelter in their neighborhood.” After reading it, I would like to clarify Tedford Housing’s plan for a …
Tedford Housing on the Agenda for the January 24th Town Council Meeting
Tedford Housing’s proposal to build a new facility will be on the agenda for the January 24, 2019 Town Council meeting. The meeting will start at 6:30pm and be held in the council chambers in the town hall located at 85 Union Street in Brunswick. These meetings are open to the public and available for …
Brunswick Planning Board Holding Public Hearing for Homeless Shelters on 1/8/19
According to the agenda published on the Town of Brunswick’s website, “The Planning Board will hold a public hearing and provide a recommendation to the Town Council on a Zoning Ordinance Amendment for homeless shelters in accordance with Chapter 12.2-5 of the Brunswick Code of Ordinances.” This will be the third item on the agenda …
Join Us for the Homeless Memorial Service on 12/21/18
Tedford Housing will be remembering individuals from our homeless community who passed away during the year at the annual Homeless Memorial Service. This year’s service will be held at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church in Brunswick (27 Pleasant Street), on Friday, December 21, 2018, the longest night of the year. We will gather at St. Paul’s …
Brunswick Planning Board Holding Third Workshop for Shelter Zoning on December 11
The Planning Board’s next workshop focused on shelter zoning is scheduled for Tuesday, December 11th at 7:00 pm in the council chambers at the Brunswick Town Hall at 85 Union Street. …
#GivingTuesday: 3 ways to give to Tedford Housing during the holiday season!
#GivingTuesday is a global day of giving fueled by the power of social media and collaboration. #GivingTuesday also kicks off the charitable season, when many focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Following are 3 ways to give to Tedford Housing during the holiday season! 1. Give to our Annual Fund Tedford Housing believes that everyone …
Brunswick Planning Board Holding Second Workshop for Shelter Zoning on November 27th
The Brunswick Planning Board held its first workshop focused on the Shelter Task Force’s recommendations for shelter zoning amendments on November 13th. You can view the packet from the meeting on Brunswick’s website (minutes have not been published at this time). The Planning Board now has a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 27th at 7:00 pm in the …
Seeking Donations for the 2018 Christmas Store
Tedford Housing is partnering with Pathway Vineyard Church once again to make the Christmas Store available to families in need. Last year, a whopping total of 205 individuals that Tedford serves benefited from this partnership. Thanks to all of the wonderful donors from last year’s holiday effort with Pathway Vineyard Church, 46 families (including 56 adults …
Brunswick Planning Board Holding Workshop on November 13th for Shelter Zoning
The Brunswick Town Council and Brunswick Planning Board held its joint workshop focused on the Shelter Task Force’s recommendations for shelter zoning amendments on October 25th. The minutes are not yet published, but will be found on the Town of Brunswick’s website. The Planning Board now has a meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th at 7:00 pm …
Brunswick Town Council and Planning Board to Hold Joint Workshop Focused on Shelters on October 25th
On Thursday, October 25th, 2018 at 6:30pm, the Brunswick Town Council and Brunswick Planning Board will hold a joint workshop focused on shelters. The joint workshop is open to the public and will be held in the council chambers at the Brunswick Town Hall on 85 Union Street. According to the agenda posted to the …
Upstanders in our mix
The following article was published in The Times Record on 10/12/18 and written by Joanne Rosenthal, former board member and current Tedford Housing volunteer, social worker & activist An upstander is a person “who speaks or acts in support of an individual or cause…who recognizes when something is wrong and acts to make it right….being socially responsible.” …
Curtis Memorial Library to Host Community Conversations on Affordable Housing
Curtis Memorial Library, located at 23 Pleasant Street in Brunswick, will be hosting a series of three community conversations on the topic of affordable housing this fall. Each session will feature expert speakers followed by audience Q&A. With rising home costs and increase of rental rates – and resulting cost burden to low and middle-income families …
Shelter Task Force Presents Recommendations to Town Council, Joint Workshop is Planned
On Monday, October 1st, the Shelter Task Force presented its recommendations regarding zoning for future emergency housing facilities to the Brunswick Town Council during its regular monthly meeting. A joint meeting between the Brunswick Planning Board and Town Council was determined to be the next step in the process. This joint meeting will happen on Thursday, …
An Update on the Tedford Housing Resource Center Project
To meet the growing needs in our community, Tedford Housing’s current plans remain the same: to build a facility that combines adequate shelter beds with key onsite community resources. A comprehensive approach will result in the reduced risk of homelessness in the Brunswick area community, a faster return to housing stability for youth, adults and …
Going back to school when you are in need
The following article was published in The Times Record on 9/14/18. Funny commercials and in-store displays seem to promote back to school sales earlier and earlier each year. While the deals may be great, the families that Tedford Housing serves aren’t always able to participate in the annual rush to fulfill their children’s school supplies …
When Bowdoin Students Cross the Endowment Line
The following article was published in The Times Record on 8/10/18 and was written by Annie Rose, the Maine Community Fellow at Tedford Housing during the summer of 2018. She is a junior at Bowdoin College. Right here in Brunswick sits an institution with an extraordinarily vast abundance of resources and seemingly endless amount of funding, that which …
Tedford Housing Board and Staff Announcements
Tedford Housing’s mission is creating pathways from homelessness to home by partnering with people and their communities in Midcoast Maine. Following are recent board and staff announcements. Board of Directors Elections Four new members were elected to Tedford Housing’s board, including Cynthia Dechenes, MD, Toni Kemmerle, David Sinclair and Scott Upham. Dechenes, of Brunswick, is …
A Day in the Life at Tedford Housing
The following article was published in The Times Record on 7/13/18 If you ask people in the Brunswick community about what Tedford does, many respond that we provide a shelter for people that are homeless. In fact, many people still call our organization Tedford Shelter, referring to our adult shelter on Cumberland Street. (We changed …
Tedford Housing Honors Community Members and Staff at Recent Annual Meeting Event
Tedford Housing, whose mission is creating pathways from homelessness to home by partnering with people and their communities in Midcoast Maine, held its annual meeting and awards event on June 26th at The Brunswick Golf Club. Community and staff honorees included Brenda Houdlette, Oasis Free Clinics, Doug Morrell, Danielle Triffitt, Pauline Hanson and Donna Verhoeven. …
Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Community Awards Featuring The Theater Project – June 26, 2018
Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Community Awards Creating Pathways from Homelessness to Home WHAT: Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Community Awards featuring performers from The Theater Project WHEN: June 26, 2018, 5:00pm WHERE: Brunswick Golf Club, 165 River Road, Brunswick WHY: Tedford Housing will announce new board members and officers and honor …
Brews for a Cause to Benefit Tedford Housing on 5/23/18
Join us at Flight Deck Brewing on May 23 to enjoy a beer and support Tedford Housing. Flight Deck will be donating 20% of all draft beer sales and 100% of all bar tips starting at 4:00pm. In addition to supporting a great cause, you can come enjoy the musical stylings of Giff Jamison (also …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for March 2018
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Following are some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for February 2018
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Following are some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for January 2018
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Following are some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach …
Annual Homeless Memorial Service to be Held on Thursday, December 21st, the longest night of the year
MEDIA ALERT Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, ext. #101 WHAT: Homeless Memorial Service WHEN: Thursday, December 21, 2017 @ 5:30pm WHERE: St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 27 Pleasant Street, Brunswick WHY: Tedford Housing will be remembering individuals from our homeless community who passed away during the year. WHO: The service will be led by Tedford Housing …
Will You Give to Tedford Housing on #GivingTuesday?
“Home is wherever there is family, friends, understanding and love.” ~ Patrick, shelter guest What does “home” mean to you? To many of Tedford’s emergency shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and homeless prevention clients, home means safety, love and hope. And yet so many of our neighbors – adults, teens and whole families – live without …
Holiday Giving: Tedford Housing Partners with Pathway Vineyard Church for the Christmas Store
Tedford Housing is appreciative of the support of community members during the holiday season, whether it is through donating items from our everyday wish list, purchasing gifts for families or contributing to our annual fund. This year, Tedford Housing is partnering with Pathway Vineyard Church to provide holiday support to our shelter guests, homeless prevention …
Fashion Show & Wine Tasting Fundraiser to Benefit Tedford Housing, Universal Promise and Brunswick Rotary Projects
The Brunswick Rotary Club will be holding the Essence of Elegance Fashion Show fundraiser on November 16th from 6:00pm to 9:00pm at The Daniel. The event will include a fashion show featuring clothes from It’s All Good, along with a wine tasting and hors d’oeuvres. A small silent auction will run from start to finish, along with a raffle for an overnight …
Press Release: Tedford Housing Elects Board Members and Officers, Receives Grant Funding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (September 5, 2017) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency whose mission is to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness, recently elected new board members and officers and received grant funding from Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, John …
Press Release: Tedford Housing Celebrates 30 Years, Honors Community Members and Staff, Looks Toward Future at Recent Annual Meeting Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. #101 Tedford Housing Celebrates 30 Years, Honors Community Members and Staff, Looks Toward Future at Recent Annual Meeting Event BRUNSWICK, Maine (July 11, 2017) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency whose mission is to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness, held its annual meeting …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for July 2017
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants …
Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Awards – June 15, 2017
MEDIA ALERT Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, #101 Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Awards Celebrating 30 years of addressing homelessness while looking boldly toward the future WHAT: Tedford Housing Annual Meeting & Awards WHEN: June 15, 2017, 5:00pm WHERE: The Daniel, 10 Water St, Brunswick WHY: Tedford Housing will announce new board …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for June 2017
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for May 2017
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for March 2017
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for February 2017
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
How to Help Tedford Housing Over the Holiday Season
With Thanksgiving next week and Christmas and Hanukkah right around the corner, Tedford Housing is starting to get phone calls from generous donors who would like to make the holidays a bit brighter for our emergency shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and homeless prevention outreach clients. We are currently pairing the wish lists of the …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for November 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Press Release: Atlantic Federal Credit Union Supports Tedford Housing Through Ending Hunger in Maine Campaign
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (September 22, 2016) – Atlantic Federal Credit Union‘s Topsham branch recently presented a donation of $625 to Tedford Housing, a Brunswick-based nonprofit that provides shelter, housing, and services that empower homeless adults, children and families in need. The donated funds were raised through …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for September 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Press Release: Brunswick Rotary Club Donates and Erects New Playset for Tedford Housing’s Emergency Family Shelter
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (September 1, 2016) – The Brunswick Rotary Club recently showed their commitment to “service above self” with the generous donation of a backyard playset to Tedford Housing’s emergency family shelter in Brunswick. The donation of the large playset was made possible through a …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for August 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Press Release: Tedford Housing Elects Board Members and Officers and Receives $60,500 in Grant Funding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (July 21, 2016) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency working to find lasting solutions to end homelessness in Midcoast and central Maine, recently elected board members and officers and received grant funding from the Doree Taylor Charitable Foundation, Bank of America, N.A., Trustee, …
Press Release: Tedford Housing Honors Community Members and Looks at Housing and Homelessness in Midcoast Maine at Annual Meeting and Awards Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (June 23, 2016) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency whose mission is to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness, held its annual meeting and awards event on June 16th at Moulton Union, Bowdoin College. Honorees included Kay Wilson, Sally Loving, Kelly …
Press Release: 23rd Annual Downeast Energy Golf Classic Raises $10,000 for Tedford Housing
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, ext. #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (June 9, 2016) – Downeast Energy held its 23rd annual Downeast Energy Golf Classic on June 6th at the Brunswick Golf Club. The golf classic has raised nearly $300,000 since its inception, with all proceeds benefitting local charities. This year’s benefactor was Tedford …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for June 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for May 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Downeast Energy Golf Classic to Benefit Tedford Housing
Downeast Energy will hold it 23rd annual Golf Classic on Monday, June 6, 2016 at the Brunswick Golf Club on 165 River Road in Brunswick, Maine. We are honored that this year’s event will benefit Tedford Housing! The golf classic has raised almost $300,000 since its inception and is held annually with all proceeds benefiting a local charity. …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for April 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and a …
Free Screening of Paper Tigers Film on March 20th With Panel Discussion in Brunswick
A free screening of Paper Tigers will be held on Sunday, March 20th at 3:00 pm in Crooker Theater at Brunswick High School on 116 Maquoit Road. The film will be followed by a brief discussion. Tedford Housing’s outreach coordinator for the Merrymeeting Project for homeless youth, Donna Verhoeven, will be part of the panel discussion. Paper …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for March 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for February 2016
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing relies on community support to help fulfill its mission to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items Every Month
You responded to our calls for help with our holiday wish list. We were overwhelmed with in-kind gifts and cash donations during the last two months of 2015. You made the holidays brighter for the shelter guests, supportive housing tenants and outreach clients we work with every day. Thank you. We appreciate your support of Tedford …
Join Us for the Homeless Memorial Service on December 21st
Tedford Housing will be remembering individuals from our homeless community who passed away during the year at the annual Homeless Memorial Service. This year, the service will be held at First Parish Church in Brunswick, Maine on Monday, December 21, 2015, the longest night of the year. We will gather in the First Parish Church vestry …
On the Curtis Money Blog: 6 Tips to Help Save Money During the Maine Winter
Our neighbors at Curtis Memorial Library shared a post written by Jennifer Iacovelli, Tedford Housing’s director of development, that includes 6 tips to help save money during the cold Maine winter. The tips were provided by Tedford Housing’s homeless prevention case manager, Pauline Hanson. Here’s the first tip: Pay your fuel company throughout the year. …
Tedford Housing’s Holiday Wish List 2015
With Thanksgiving next week, many people are starting to get into the holiday shopping mode. Tedford Housing has already received inquiries from generous people interested in providing holiday gifts for the men, women and children we serve. We are currently pairing the wish lists of the adults and families with our donors. We also have …
Tedford Housing’s Most Needed Items for November 2015
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing often relies on community support to help fulfill its mission. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our guests and tenants. Some items go to our emergency shelters. Some donations help our guests …
Tedford Housing Elects Two New Board Members
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, ext. 101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (October 20, 2015) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency working to find lasting solutions to end homelessness in midcoast and central Maine, recently elected two new officers to its board of directors. Sally Loving, of Brunswick, is a self-employed communications consultant for advocacy …
October 2015 Wish List for Tedford Housing + #Socktober
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing often relies on community support to help fulfill its mission. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our guests and tenants. (You can also view our general Wish List.) Here is what we …
Tedford Housing Awarded $42,500 in Foundation Grant Money
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org, 207-729-1161, #101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (September 3, 2015) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency working to find lasting solutions to end homelessness, was recently awarded grants from the Stephen & Tabitha King Foundation and the John T. Gorman Foundation. The total amount of funding awarded was $42,500. The Stephen …
September 2015 Wish List for Tedford Housing
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing often relies on community support to help fulfill its mission. Each month, we share some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our guests and tenants. (You can also view our general Wish List.) Here is what we …
August 2015 Wish List for Tedford Housing
As a nonprofit organization, Tedford Housing often relies on community support to help fulfill its mission. Each month, we will be sharing some of our most needed items. We are always grateful to those who can donate these items, as they directly help our guests and tenants. (You can also view our general Wish List.) Here …
Tedford Housing Board and Staff Announcements
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. 101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (July 16, 2015) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency working to find lasting solutions to end homelessness, recently elected new officers to its board of directors and welcomed a new member to its management team. Board Appointments Tedford Housing Board of Directors elected …
Tedford Housing Honors Local Organizations and Outgoing Board Members at Annual Meeting and Awards Event
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Jennifer Iacovelli, jennifer@tedfordhousing.org. 207-729-1161, ext. 101 BRUNSWICK, Maine (July 15, 2015) – Tedford Housing, a nonprofit agency working to find lasting solutions to end homelessness, held its annual meeting and awards event on June 11th at The Daniel Hotel in Brunswick. Merrymeeting Board of Realtors, Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program and …
Homeless Youth Program Receives two Grants
Brunswick Student Submits Proposal to the Forest Foundation Tedford Housing is pleased to announce the receipt of a $1,000 gift from the Forest Foundation, a private regional funder that works to foster the next generation of public service leaders through creative programming that give students the opportunity to engage in philanthropy. Niles Dorn, who is …
Tedford Housing to Present Annual Awards – Thurs. June 11
Tedford Housing invites the public to its Annual Meeting and Awards on Thursday, June 11th at 4:30 pm at The Daniel Hotel, 10 Water Street, Brunswick, Maine. We will be recognizing the Merrymeeting Board of Realtors, Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program, and the Brunswick Pathway Vineyard Church for their contributions to Tedford Housing and our …
In the News: A Closer Look at Tedford Housing
The following was printed in the Times Record on 2/17/15: What is the mission of Tedford Housing? Tedford Housing works with people in their communities to find lasting solutions to the challenges of homelessness. We provide shelter, housing and services that empower adults, children and families in need. How do you fulfill that mission? The …
Annual Homeless Memorial Service December 18th
Tedford Housing will hold its annual homeless memorial service at 4 pm on Thursday, December 18th at St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 27 Pleasant Street, Brunswick, Maine. All are invited to attend this short interfaith service. Light refreshments will be served. Weather permitting, we will process from the church to the gazebo and read the names …
Emergency Heating Assistance Program Begins December 1st
Tedford Housing is preparing for the start of its Warm Thy Neighbor (WTN) Emergency Fuel Assistance Program which runs from Dec. 1st to March 31st. Last year, we arranged fuel deliveries to 165 area households. Looking to help? WTN relies on the generous donations of community members whose gifts allow Tedford to arrange fuel delivery …
