Meagan Williams, Executive Director of United Midcoast Charities
Meagan Williams, new executive director of United Midcoast Charities, gave a presentation on the history of the organization and the new capacity-building focus it is adding to their grantmaking activity. Begun in 1946, the organization has grown in its impact and reach, making grants of at least $500,000 each year. Several members of West Bay and Camden Rotary have served and currently serve on their board.
President Mik recognized Rodney Lynch and others, like Mike Pierce, who began and have continued the work of selling tickets and managing the gates for the Maine Boats Homes and Harbors show for the last 15 or so years.
Mark Masterson is still looking for help to set up the tent Friday morning for Windjammer Festival, and Leamon Scott needs help with banners for sponsors. Mark needs help with chowder pick up and delivery, with chowder being served from 11:30a until about 1p.
Ray Fink updated the club about the participating retailers and vendors for Christmas Tree and Wreath sales this December.
Next week's speaker, Brenda Berry, will be speaking about diabetes. She is married to Chum Berry.
Jan Campbell made a beautiful blueberry pie, and Terry auctioned it off. Ken Gardiner was the high bidder.