URGENT UPDATE: Norway Savings Bank has made a surprise donation of $1,000 to the United Recovery Fund in Portland, aiming to support local efforts to aid individuals affected by substance use disorder and incarceration. This impactful contribution took place earlier this week at 494 Forest Ave.
This donation is part of Norway Savings Bank’s ongoing “Holiday Helping Hands” initiative, which focuses on uplifting various local nonprofits. The United Recovery Fund, established in 2017, plays a crucial role in helping clients regain stability by providing essential services such as housing, food, and healthcare.
“Thanks to NSB’s generosity, we get to witness firsthand the change that occurs in our clients’ lives each and every day,” said Karen Stanley, executive director of the United Recovery Fund.
With this financial support, the United Recovery Fund can address urgent needs while also offering long-term guidance to help clients envision a hopeful future. As Stanley elaborated, “With the support, we initially meet their most urgent needs, including housing, transportation, food, clothing and healthcare. Then, with the guidance of a program manager, we can help them begin to look toward the future and dream again about what is possible.”
This generous act not only aids those in immediate need but also highlights the importance of community involvement in recovery efforts. The United Recovery Fund encourages the public to learn more about their mission and how they can contribute by visiting www.unitedrecoveryfund.org.
As the holiday season approaches, this donation serves as a reminder of the collective responsibility to support our communities, especially those struggling with challenges related to substance use and reintegration into society. Keep an eye on further developments from Norway Savings Bank and other nonprofits making a difference in Portland.
