Building a Midcoast Maine community where residents born in other countries are welcomed, supported, and feel at home.

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About Connecting Across Cultures

Since 2016, we have assisted Midcoast residents originally from other countries settle into their new community. We help people find out about and enroll in English classes and professional training programs, steer people toward housing and career opportunities, and connect them to schools and medical care.

Together, we form lasting friendships.

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Your donation helps newcomers in challenging times.

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Help families navigate life in Midcoast Maine.

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How We Help

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We help families who are new to Midcoast Maine by providing information about careers, training, housing, jobs, medical care, schools, and other essentials of life.

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Thank You to our Supporting Organizations

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Testimonials

  • "CAC has become more than just a family to me. It has supported me throughout my new journey in the US helping me access the basic tools and resources I needed to start over and rebuild my life. Beyond that, it welcomed me into a caring community. I’ve built meaningful connections and have met amazing people full of love, generosity and compassion. Thanks to their support I no longer feel like a stranger but rather a part of the community."

  • "Thank you, CAC, for always being there for me and my daughter—thank you for your moral, physical, and financial support. Thank you for guiding me when I felt lost, and for organizing English lessons for me at home before I enrolled in adult education. And once again, thank you for always being there like family for me and my daughter."

  • "CAC has made a big difference in my life. Thank you for dedicating your time and effort to helping families and giving hope to so many people.Thanks to this organization, I have received a lot of help and important information. You have always treated me with respect, patience, and kindness. I am very grateful for all the support you provide to my family."