Serving Women in Need in Maine
Serving Women in Need in Maine
For almost twenty years, Women in Need, Inc has taken pride in helping our low income immigrant families succeed in Maine.
Established in 2002, WINI has helped over 1400 immigrant women and their families in Cumberland County with necessary resources that they request.
Festival of Nations
In 2003, WINI also established The Greater Portland Festival of Nations, the oldest and largest diversity festival in Northern New England, geared to celebrate Maine’s immigrant populations. Our intention for the Festival of Nations is to connect shared thought between our immigrant and native Maine populations.
What People Are Saying
“I truly love Women In Need. They have helped me out over the years, and I love the Festival of Nations. Its the best festival Ive ever been to.”
— Chidera Udeh, Portland Maine
“Women In Need really takes time to help their clients. They are supportive, kind, and really doing amazing work for women in Maine.”
— Steven Rothensberg, Westbrook Maine
“Women In Need, through its programs to help women gain access to basic necessities and other forms of care, has been instrumental in assisting hundreds of women in the Portland area. Through its Festival of Nations, it also highlights the amazing diversity of of our area. What an honor it has been to be a part of this good work!
— Lisa Day
The Protect Our Family Initiative
We are excited to announce the The Protect Our Families Initiative.
Initiated on May 1st 2020, POFI is an extension of the work Women In Need, Inc has provided to our immigrant populations, but now fully streamlined to support the successes of our women and their families during this pandemic.
Basic needs
family support, health, informational resources, housing and food assistance
Advocacy & Policy
Legal Support via Bernstein Shur, Civic Engagement
Workforce Development
Business Development during COVID 19 Crisis
Education
ESL, Youth, Tutoring, SAT/College Prep
