Stand Together for Change: A Fundraiser for Equity and Inclusion

Join Us in Advancing Systemic Change

Portland, ME — September 2025 — Cross Cultural Community Services (CCCS) is excited to announce the sponsors of our upcoming “Stand Together for Change” fundraiser. This event is dedicated to advancing equity, inclusion, and systemic change across Maine.

This year’s fundraiser is supported by CEI, the Maine Community Foundation, Androscoggin Bank, Spurwink, Maine Initiatives, and Equility Maine. Their partnership makes it possible for CCCS to bring the community together in support of programs that strengthen cultural understanding, expand allyship, and dismantle systemic barriers.

A Night of Community Connection

The “Stand Together for Change” fundraiser will take place in Portland, ME. It promises an evening filled with community connection, reflection, and celebration. Proceeds from the event will directly support CCCS’s training programs, community wellness initiatives, and advocacy efforts. This ensures that individuals, organizations, and institutions have the tools needed to sustain equity and inclusion in meaningful ways.

The Stand Together for Change Fundraiser is open to the public. Proceeds will directly support CCCS’s equity trainings, health advocacy, and community programming.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2025

• Time: 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.

• Location: Oxbow Blending & Bottling, Washington Avenue, Portland

• Tickets/Registration: Register Here

  
  

Why Your Support Matters

Your participation in this fundraiser is crucial. It helps us promote social inclusion and improve equitable outcomes for culturally and ethnically diverse communities. By attending, you contribute to addressing social determinants of health and dismantling systemic barriers.

The Impact of Our Work

CCCS is committed to creating systemic change. We focus on collective responsibility rather than individual charity. Our programs are designed to empower communities and foster allyship. We believe that everyone has a role to play in advancing equity and health justice.

Join Us in the Journey

We invite you to join us on this journey toward equity and inclusion. Together, we can make a difference. Your involvement can help us expand culturally responsive support for marginalized communities through impactful training and collaborative programs.

Conclusion

The “Stand Together for Change” fundraiser is more than just an event. It is a call to action for all of us. Let’s stand together and work toward a future where equity and inclusion are at the forefront of our community efforts. We look forward to seeing you there!