In keeping with the theme, two very special guest speakers kept the audience captivated: legendary Coaches Jimmy Poulin and Dick Whitmore. Both described the critical elements of teamwork and used their coaching experiences as analogies for United Way of Mid-Maine's work in and for the community. 

Several examples of United Way of Mid-Maine's impact, both through partner agency programs and through local community initiatives as well as the need for a team-based approach to the fundraising campaign, were highlighted. Tina Chapman, United Way of Mid-Maine's president/CPO, said, 'We have before us a huge opportunity an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our neighbors, family members, friends and friends whose acquaintance we have not yet met.' 

More information about United Way of Mid-Maine is available by contacting the organization's Waterville office at 873-0686 or by checking their website at www.unitedwaymidme.org. Contributions toward the fall fundraising campaign are welcome and may be sent directly to United Way of Mid-Maine, PO Box 91, Waterville ME 04901.