Heart of Maine United Way volunteers, Habitat for Humanity build projects to support locals

BANGOR, Maine (WABI) - Heart of Maine United Way is partnering with a local nonprofit to give back to community members.

Volunteers with United Way are teaming up with Habitat for Humanity through its Critical Home Repair program, assisting with about a dozen projects.

It’s part of the organization’s Week of Action, helping with projects such as accessible ramps for homes and outdoor gardening renovations, free of charge.

Organizers say the week helps connect volunteers with local organizations while addressing specific accessibility and financial needs.

“A thousand dollars on the house is just a drop in the bucket, but a thousand dollars for a repair is really meaningful, so our United Way volunteers and other community members are partnering together with this vision,” says Will Robinson, Construction Manager for Habitat for Humanity.

“We know that our neighbors are more and more in need these days, and so whenever we can partner with Habitat for Humanity or other nonprofits, it just builds a stronger community,” says Sarah McCarthy, Director of Corporate and Community Engagement with Heart of Maine United Way.

The Week of Action runs May 10 through May 16, helping to support six local counties.