Visitors to Rising Tide Brewing Company in Portland's East Bayside neighborhood are greeted by a friendly, radiant face surrounded by colorful flowers and leaves. The mural, which faces the brewery's parking lot, is part of the Piece Together Project by artists Rachel Gloria Adams and Ryan Adams. The Piece Together Project is a set of artwork that represents and honors members of the East Bayside community. These vibrant pieces celebrate the people that built and thrive in the neighborhood, serving to inspire and engage community members. To learn more about Nyamuon Nguany Machar, also known as Moon, whose beaming smile is captured in this mural, please visit: https://www.piece-together.com/moon-nguany The Maine Moment series features people, places, and happenings that make our state unique. Maine is more than a postcard, and we value all the stories—big and small—that showcase the vibrant nature of our communities! #maine #portland #portlandmaine #bayside #eastbayside #art #mural #moon #mainecf #mainecommunityfoundation #community #mainemoment (fb)

Energy coaches from York Ready for Climate Action look at a home's electric panel. The organization received a 2024 Community Building grant from Maine Community Foundation's York County committee to meet urgent climate goals by increasing the number of residents who reduce energy use at home. MaineCF's Community Building Grant Program invests in local projects and organizations that help build strong communities in all 16 counties. Community Building supports projects and organizations that invest in people, engage with the people served and strengthen community resources. Photo: York Ready for Climate Action, a 2024 Community Building grant recipient in York County. #maine #mainecf #mainecommunityfoundation #communitybuilding #nonprofits #mainenonprofits #grantmaking #grants #counties #community #york #yorkcounty #climate #climateaction #yorkreadyforclimateaction #climateresilience (fb)