Dear Friend,

To kick off our spring fundraising drive, I am honored to be able to share this year’s Impact Report, which tells the story of how Bangor Daily News reporting has made a real difference in the lives of Mainers — and beyond — over the last year.

Read this year's report to see how the BDN holds the powerful accountable, follows the money, leads to public outcry, celebrates extraordinary Mainers, empowers communities, explores solutions to complex problems, and builds understanding.

With your support, there’s so much more to come. Will you help us raise $30,000 in 30 days?

Corporate chain ownership of journalism has harmed many communities. When newspapers shrink or close, communities suffer. Fewer people volunteer or vote, taxes increase, corruption flourishes.

Fortunately, that’s not been our story: Maine is the only state in the U.S. with no out-of-state owners of daily newspapers. Let’s keep it that way!

I hope you’ll read the report, and be moved to make a contribution in support of BDN reporting. 

Sincerely,

Jo Easton
Audience Director