Community Matters More Guidelines

Organizations that qualify for the Community Matters More ballot must meet the following criteria. Therefore, all write-in candidates must meet the same criteria to be eligible:

• Registered as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit
• Organization’s program(s) are open to all—nonsectarian
• Operating offices in Maine or New Hampshire
• Public and/or private schools are not eligible

The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation does not provide financial support for political organizations, causes, or candidates; religious organizations or causes; or activities for sectarian purposes. 

The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation reserves the right to verify and/or reject ballots and nonprofit eligibility.