Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

April 26, 2020 at 12:18 PM

LAST DAY to triple your impact for Maine's environment

 Hi John — I wanted to make sure you saw Beth’s email. You only have until midnight tonight to have your gift tripled - this is the absolute best time to support MCV, before our Earth Week Triple Match campaign comes to a close.  If you have the means to make a gift today, c…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

April 24, 2020 at 5:56 PM

Triple Match for Earth Week

     Hi John, As we close out an Earth Week like no other, we're also set to close the books on a very special giving opportunity. Some of our closest supporters have stepped forward to TRIPLE MATCH all donations from grassroots supporters this week.  T…

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  Will Sedlack, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 23, 2020 at 10:24 AM

Maine Protect Our Vote Town Hall scheduled for April 23rd

     Dear John, The coronavirus pandemic is impacting virtually every aspect of our lives - including our ability to participate in our democracy.  We’ve already seen the chaos that ensued in Wisconsin when officials failed to provide safe and accessibl…

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  Rani Sheaffer, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 21, 2020 at 10:44 AM

Your donation will be TRIPLE MATCHED for Earth Week

 Hi John — I wanted to make sure you saw this email from Maureen. Just a reminder that all gifts to MCV will be TRIPLED this week thanks to some of our closest supporters who have offered a generous match.  If you are able, please click here to chip in whatever you can by the…

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  Maureen Drouin, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 19, 2020 at 11:06 PM

We can't allow this pandemic to threaten our environment and democracy

Our hearts go out to all Mainers across the state affected by the coronavirus pandemic. During this critical moment, our work is more important than ever, especially to ensure Maine people have accessible elections, clean air to breathe, safe water to drink, and natural areas to explore. If you ar…

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  Abbie, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 18, 2020 at 12:00 PM

Join us for a Virtual Earth Day Fair this Wednesday!

     Dear John, This coming Wednesday, April 22 is the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! Join us for a Virtual Earth Day Fair to celebrate and take action for our environment and climate! Maine Conservation Voters and Maine Audubon are teaming up with part…

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  Will Sedlack, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 15, 2020 at 9:01 PM

Important voting updates for Mainers during the coronavirus pandemic

We wanted to send a quick update on some of the ways we, along with our state leaders, are planning ahead for this election season to ensure you and your fellow Mainers can safely cast your ballots.     Dear John,    We hope you and your family are safe a…

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  Abbie, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 15, 2020 at 11:57 AM

Friendly Reminder: Upcoming Lunch & Learn Events!

Join us for one or all of these FREE online events!  John, Are your daffodils blooming? Spring is surely here! Join us this Friday (or next) for another of our popular Lunch and Learn series. We hope to see you there! -Abbie   Dear John, Last Friday, we launched a virtual Lu…

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  Abbie, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 11, 2020 at 11:00 AM

Upcoming Lunch & Learn Events!

     Dear John, Last Friday, we launched a virtual Lunch & Learn series. Nick Lund, Maine Audubon’s Outreach & Network Manager taught us about Maine spring birds — their migration patterns, how to identify them and how they’re being impacted by …

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

April 8, 2020 at 11:12 AM

Tell the EPA: Don't restrict science

As the nation continues to reel from the coronavirus pandemic, the Environmental Protection Agency is quietly pushing forward with its proposed "restricted science" rule — a politically-motivated policy that would restrict certain kinds of scientific studies and research when drafting environmenta…

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  Will, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

April 1, 2020 at 5:21 PM

Census Day is Here! Get Counted in the 2020 Census.

     Dear John, Maine’s motto, Dirigo, means “I Lead.” On many issues, that is true. From climate action to the superiority of our crustaceans, Maine leads. Today—Census Day—Maine Conservation Voters is challenging you, our members and Mainers across th…

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  Abbie, Maine Conservation · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 10:00 PM

Friday: Maine’s Spring Birds, Virtual Lunch & Learn!

     Dear John, During the coronavirus crisis, the songs of spring birds in the morning have been a hopeful sound for me. That feeling inspired an event that I’d like to invite you to! We are launching a virtual Lunch & Learn series to connect with …

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  Kathleen, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 31, 2020 at 7:38 PM

Climate Action in the Age of COVID-19

     Dear John, It’s hard to think very far ahead right now. I hope you and your loved ones are healthy, safe, and finding solace in small moments of connection with each other and the natural world. My heart is with you. Our work continues to ensure th…

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  Will, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 25, 2020 at 10:16 PM

Take action to keep our elections (and your loved ones) safe

As we navigate our daily lives, the June Primary Election and November Presidential Election are fast approaching. These races will have serious consequences for all of us. With both your safety and the importance of making your voice heard in mind, we’re encouraging you to vote by absentee ballot…

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  Abbie, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 24, 2020 at 1:26 PM

Stepping Up in the Face of Crisis

Isn’t it amazing how we step up during times of crisis?     Dear John,  Isn’t it amazing how we step up during times of crisis? In the course of 5 minutes on Friday afternoon: My sister asked me if I could watch her kids next Thursday - she’s a nurse so is…

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  Rani Sheaffer, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 20, 2020 at 9:51 PM

Resources + staying connected during this challenging time

Dr. Martin Luther King famously wrote in his Letter from a Birmingham Jail, "Whatever affects one directly, affects all indirectly."     Dear John,    Dr. Martin Luther King famously wrote in his Letter from a Birmingham Jail, "Whatever affects one direct…

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  Beth, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 18, 2020 at 7:18 PM

Update from the State House

The Maine Legislature adjourned on Tuesday, a month ahead of schedule — the first time in my 20-some-odd years of lobbying.     Dear John,  This is an extraordinary, frightening, and uncertain time. Due to health risks related to the Coronavirus, the Maine…

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  Maureen Drouin, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

March 16, 2020 at 1:23 AM

Checking in

     Hi John, I hope this message finds you well amid the rapid changes to our state and world. As the state works to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Maine, we know our lives and communities will be disrupted in ways we have never seen before.  I'm not w…

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  Beth Ahearn, Maine Conservation · [email protected]

March 12, 2020 at 4:27 PM

JUST RELEASED: LCV’s National Environmental Scorecard

See how Maine’s representatives in Washington voted on the most critical environmental votes of 2019      John -- As a member of Maine Conservation Voters, you know that holding our elected officials accountable to their votes is a critical piece of prot…

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  Beth Ahearn, Maine Conservation · [email protected]

March 7, 2020 at 1:00 PM

Conservation Lobby Day is around the corner

Join us on Thursday, March 26th!      Dear John,  Join us for Conservation Lobby Day on Thursday, March 26th! RSVP here. Each year, Maine’s legislature makes important decisions that impact our lives, our environment, and our future. When lawmakers hear …

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  Greta Warren, Maine Conservation · [email protected]

March 6, 2020 at 4:07 PM

Event series next week: Why the National Popular Vote Matters

      Dear John,  Next week, we’re teaming up with the League of Women Voters of Maine and Maine Women’s Lobby to present a three city tour on why the National Popular Vote(NPV) matters. You're invited to join for a discussion about how the NPV w…

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  The MCV Team · [email protected]

March 2, 2020 at 9:15 PM

Tomorrow is Election Day!

See you at the polls!   Dear John,  We’re sending this friendly reminder that tomorrow is the Presidential Primary and Special Referendum Election here in Maine.  If you're registered with a political party, you will have the opportunity to vote for a presidential…

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  Maureen, MCV · [email protected]

February 27, 2020 at 10:51 PM

Re: YOUR SUPPORT NEEDED: Land for Maine’s Future campaign

 Dear John, As we enjoyed a glimpse of spring this week, I found myself thinking about all of the places I want to explore with my daughter in Maine this summer. Many of these special places exist because of the Land for Maine’s Future (LMF) program. As you probably know, LMF…

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  Kathleen, MCV · [email protected]

February 25, 2020 at 11:00 PM

URGENT: Show your support for the Transportation and Climate Initiative by this Friday

     John, When it comes to getting around Maine, you can’t always get there from here.  We rely on driving, which can be difficult, expensive, and time-consuming—and which contributes to more than half of Maine’s climate-changing pollution. When we can…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

February 25, 2020 at 2:41 PM

Take action: Protect the bees in Maine

     John, Bee populations are collapsing at an alarming rate, and it's getting worse.  While climate change, pollution, disease and habitat loss are all major factors contributing to bee population decline, multiple studies have confirmed that toxic be…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

February 22, 2020 at 12:30 PM

Join us on Wednesday to reform recycling

Or submit testimony online today. Here are the instructions:      Dear John, While the weather remains pretty cold outside, the legislative calendar is heating up in Augusta. This Wednesday, February 26, the Environment and Natural Resources Committee wi…

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  Beth, MCV · [email protected]

February 21, 2020 at 1:15 PM

YOUR SUPPORT NEEDED: Land for Maine’s Future campaign

     John, Maine's amazing state parks, thousands of acres of protected land, and working waterfronts are a treasure to all of us who live in and visit our beautiful state. However, inaction by lawmakers and years of neglect by the previous administrati…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

February 13, 2020 at 1:05 AM

Are you a Mainer who loves the outdoors?

     John, It's been pretty incredible:  Because of conservation voters like you, lawmakers in Augusta are starting to take notice of our push to demand passage of the Land for Maine's Future bond. Your phone calls, emails and petition signatures are ha…

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  Beth Ahearn · [email protected]

February 4, 2020 at 12:30 AM

Tell Maine lawmakers: Fund the Land for Maine's Future program now

     Dear John, This is our chance to protect the Maine we all love — and we need your help again. First, the bad news: Last year, the legislature failed to pass a land bond bill to fund the wildly popular Land for Maine's Future program, which has help…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

January 30, 2020 at 1:02 AM

Maine's Climate Council Digs into Challenging Work

     Dear John, Today, the second meeting of the governor's Climate Council took place at the Augusta Civic Center. The ballroom was full of people -- Climate Council members, the Scientific and Technical Subcommittee, members of the Climate Council Wor…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

January 18, 2020 at 1:03 PM

Speak out on PFAS in Maine

     Dear John,                                         Toxic chemicals are threatening Maine's food, farmland, and drinking water and we need to hear from you.                      Will you join us at the State House in Augusta on Friday, January 24, t…

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  Beth Ahearn, Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

January 16, 2020 at 5:53 PM

Our 2020 environmental priorities

     John, With the 2020 legislative session now in full swing, it's time to get down to work, build off our great successes of the previous year, and ensure even more victories to protect the Maine we all love.  Today, we kicked off the legislative yea…

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  Beth Ahearn, MCV · [email protected]

January 10, 2020 at 12:01 AM

2020 legislative session + Maine's environment = Big wins!

     Dear John, As kids across Maine head back to school after the holidays, here at MCV, we're excited to head back to the State House for the start of the 2020 legislative session! We spent time yesterday morning mingling through the halls of the Stat…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

January 9, 2020 at 7:07 PM

Join our team! We're hiring an Outreach Coordinator

     John,  Are you passionate about tackling the climate crisis? Do you have experience organizing people and events for a common cause? If so, we want to hear from you. We're looking for an Outreach Coordinator to join our team and organize for climat…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

December 31, 2019 at 12:30 AM

Help us end 2019 strong for Maine's environment

     Hi John, We know you're busy enjoying the holidays, so we'll make this quick: We're about to close the books on our final fundraising drive for 2019, and we're still a little bit short of our grassroots goal.  Your gift today will ensure we have th…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

December 28, 2019 at 12:15 PM

Down to the wire -- can we count on you?

     John, Tackling the climate crisis head on. Protecting our air, water, and wildlife. Pushing for a clean energy economy. Holding our elected officials in Augusta accountable. Helping to elect conservation champions. That's what your donation today w…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

December 23, 2019 at 5:13 PM

Thank you for a great 2019!

      Dear John, 2020 is just around the corner, but let’s enjoy a beautiful Maine holiday season first  – and celebrate all you did to make 2019 an incredible year! First, conservation voters ushered in a new era for Maine’s environment with the inaugu…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

December 21, 2019 at 12:45 PM

Happy Solstice!

      Dear John, As the days begin to get longer and winter sets in, we hope you’re enjoying warmth and light with people you love. Year-end is a perfect moment to take a breath, reflect and revel in the spirit of the holidays.  Cheers to you and yours…

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  Maureen Drouin, MCV · [email protected]

December 19, 2019 at 12:00 PM

Setting a high bar on climate, the 2020 session, and more

      John, With the holiday season in full swing, we're looking forward to the New Year and the incredible opportunities coming up to fight for Maine’s environment and climate future. I wanted to take a couple of minutes to share some of our recent acc…

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  Rani Sheaffer, MCV · [email protected]

December 8, 2019 at 11:00 PM

Re: We can only build this future with you

    Hi John — I wanted to make sure you saw this note from Maureen. This has been a monumental year full of conservation and climate victories, and we're so grateful to you for your support and participation in helping make these exciting wins happen.  This year is just the beginn…

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  Maureen Drouin, MCV · [email protected]

December 5, 2019 at 12:18 PM

We can only build this future with you

  Dear John, This will be a year to remember. Twelve months ago, conservation voters like you helped change Maine’s political landscape, electing new environmental champions and creating a window of opportunity to begin addressing the impacts of climate change on…

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  The team at Maine Conservation Voters · [email protected]

November 27, 2019 at 12:31 PM

We can't thank you enough

      John, As the holiday season begins, we just want to take a moment to give thanks to you and reflect on the amazing year that we've had so far. This year, we're so thankful for the incredible policy victories for our environment, health and our cli…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

November 25, 2019 at 12:30 AM

Do you have a #LoveMaine story?

      John, What a great response so far to our #LoveMaine campaign, where we're highlighting our members' stories about the Maine we all love! As the holiday season approaches, we'd love for you to share a favorite memory of Maine. Do you and your fami…

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  Jennifer Burns Gray, MCV Board President · [email protected]

November 15, 2019 at 12:30 AM

LCV Action Fund announces endorsement in U.S. Senate race

      Dear John, I’m writing to share with you the news that the League of Conservation Voters Action Fund today announced their endorsement of Speaker Sara Gideon for the U.S. Senate. In her role as Maine's Speaker of the House, we’ve seen firsthand S…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

November 9, 2019 at 12:30 PM

Share your #LoveMaine stories!

    John, In these times when so much threatens to divide us, what unites us as Mainers is the joy we find in the natural beauty of our state – the coast, the North Woods, the Western Mountains, our beautiful rivers, lakes, state parks, and our own backyard. Our love of Maine cut…

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  Maureen Drouin, MCV · [email protected]

November 4, 2019 at 12:00 AM

Speaking in Maine: Evening for the Environment

      Dear John, I’m sending a big ‘thank you’ to the 500+ of you who attended the 17th annual Evening for the Environment and made this event a huge success and a lot of fun! You represented nearly 100 organizations and businesses working across the st…

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  Kathleen Meil, MCV · [email protected]

November 2, 2019 at 11:30 AM

Action Alert: Support Clean Transportation!

      Dear John, It’s no secret that Maine’s transportation system has challenges. We rely on driving, often long distances, which contributes to more than half of Maine’s climate-changing pollution. When we can’t drive—if we’re too young or too old, when…

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

October 22, 2019 at 4:24 PM

Tonight's Evening for the Environment

      Dear John, Wow! What an incredible show of interest! Tonight’s Evening for the Environment at UNE’s Innovation Hall in Portland is going to be an amazing event. With a guest list of over 500 people, there will be lots of old and new acquaintances …

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  Greta Warren, MCV · [email protected]

October 15, 2019 at 11:30 AM

Only one week away!

    Hi John, A week from today! Our 17th annual Evening for the Environment is just one week away and we’re astounded by the interest and support pouring in. This is shaping up to be an incredible event. We are delighted to welcome Gov. Janet Mills and to feature…

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  Hannah Quimby · [email protected]

October 5, 2019 at 11:30 AM

Join me at the Evening for the Environment

        John, Hi, this is Hannah from the Quimby Family Foundation. You are hearing from me now, because fall is in the air and the Evening for the Environment is right around the corner. I’m absolutely delighted to partner with Maine Conservation Allia…

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