5 Causes I Care About (2022 Edition) | By Marpheen Chann

Dear Friends,

I was reluctant to add to the number of asks on #GivingTuesday because so many great organizations need monetary support. But a few folks have asked me today about some of the organizations I care about, so I put together a list of some of the causes I am supporting and have learned about in the past year.

This year, my giving and focus are on BIPOC organizations, Housing, and Food Insecurity.

I hope this is helpful, and sorry that it’s coming to you late in the day. It may be #GivingTuesday, but I know many of you care about our communities well beyond just one day of the year.

Cheers.

Your friend,

Marpheen Chann

Support the Cambodian Community in Maine through Khmer Maine

It’s pretty obvious that this organization is near and dear to my heart. As its founder and president since 2018, I have watched it grow, meet and overcome obstacles and challenges, and come out on the other side with a vision and strategy to see the Cambodian community flourish and thrive.

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Invest in Thriving Mothers and Families through Quality Housing Coalition

Quality Housing Coalition, knows that when mothers have safe, stable housing and financial security, they and their children are able to thrive in school, at work, and in the community. Joseline, a Project HOME graduate, mother of two, and a full-time licensed nursing assistant, exemplifies this: “We escaped my country because we weren’t safe,” writes Joseline, “In the shelter in Maine we prayed and prayed that we would find a safe home. Because of Project HOME, my children and I have a safe and beautiful home. We are happy and I am hopeful for my children’s future.”

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Support Black-Owned Businesses and Entrepreneurs

Black Owned Maine is a young but powerful Black-led and Black-serving nonprofit organization in Portland, Maine, USA. BOM’s work lies at the intersection of race and socioeconomics; education and advocacy. BOM have spent the last two years pioneering the way Black entrepreneurs are served in Maine and have concluded that sustainability and innovation will drive vast success.

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Housing for Immigrants, Refugees, and Asylum Seekers through Hope Acts

Hope Acts provides housing, English classes and other resources that support immigrants in transitioning to life in Greater Portland and in achieving their goals for a successful future.

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Join the the Campaign to End Hunger in Maine through the Good Shepherd Food Bank

Ok, ok. So I’m a little biased because I work here. But that only means that I’ve been able to see the important work of this organization at the frontlines and on the ground. Especially when it comes to food diversity and equity and breaking down barriers to culturally relevant and traditional foods.

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