In his current work with Rudman & Winchell and previous solo practice, estate and trusts attorney Nathan “Pete” Dane has worked with the Maine Community Foundation to help clients make the most of their charitable visions. In conversation with Jennifer Southard, MaineCF’s vice president, donor services and operations, Dane describes their teamwork. Jennifer Southard: How […]

Joel Davis likes to encourage his colleagues in the financial advisor field to talk about philanthropy with their clients. A popular speaker on a variety of estate planning topics, Davis presents a strong case for the important role a financial advisor may play in bringing out the philanthropic passion in his or her clients. Speaking […]

Peter Dufour, a tax attorney and CPA, visits the Portland waterfront near his office. He serves on the board of directors of Friends of Casco Bay. Photo Andrea Nemitz Portland-based tax attorney and CPA Peter Dufour considers the benefits of a donor-advised fund versus a private foundation, including being able to involve family members in […]

Presque Isle attorney and former Aroostook County Committee member Richard Engels has seen how the Maine Community Foundation can help both charitable individuals and nonprofit organizations. He discusses some of his experiences in this interview with Jennifer Southard, vice president of donor services and operations. MaineCF: Is there a question you typically ask potential donors? […]

Through her work with the JTG Foundation and interactions with the Maine Philanthropy Center (MPC) and Maine Community Foundation (MaineCF), Martha “Meg” Greene, a trust and estate lawyer, has come to appreciate the power of philanthropy. In conversation with Jennifer Southard, MaineCF’s vice president, donor services and operations, Greene offers insights on how to work […]