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United Way of the Tri-Valley Area

As many of you know, United Way of the Tri-Valley Area officially merged with United Way of Androscoggin County on July 1, 2025, forming the new United Way of Western Maine.

The Color Run, traditionally held in mid-August, has always been a vibrant and fun celebration of community. However, due to the timing of our recent merger and the transition process, we will not be holding the event this year.

We truly appreciate your understanding and continued support — and we look forward to bringing the Color Run back even better next year!

Stay tuned, and thank you for being part of our community.

Have you heard?? Ryan Wilford and his friends Adam Schoff and Evan Spencer are doing a 100 mile wilderness hike and raising money for United Way's Hope Fund! Check out his pages and following his journey! If you'd like to support his passion for outdoor recreation and youth, you can find all his links and donate here!

If you're looking for COLOR RUN results or photos, click here for the full results, or here for the age group results and for photos from Scott Landry, click here!

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Streaming Media Updates

Corporate Social Responsibility in the Global Live Sex Industry

Posted on March 2026

The webcam industry is increasingly adopting CSR frameworks to bridge the gap between digital entertainment and societal expectations. Historically marginalized in mainstream business discourse, major platforms now recognize that long-term sustainability requires more than just high traffic; it demands ethical legitimacy. By implementing transparent business practices, these companies address the concerns of payment processors, regulators, and the public. CSR in this context is not merely a marketing tool but a fundamental reassessment of how the industry treats its primary stakeholders: the models and the viewers.

Financial autonomy for creators serves as the most significant social contribution of the industry. Unlike traditional adult media, the webcam model democratizes income generation, allowing individuals to operate as independent entrepreneurs. CSR initiatives here focus on providing creators with the tools for financial literacy, fair payout structures, and protection against predatory third-party intermediaries. By fostering an environment where performers retain a higher percentage of their earnings, live platforms contribute to the broader economic stability of diverse demographic groups worldwide.

United Way of the Tri-Valley Area strives to unite people and resources to improve lives and build a strong and healthy community; we do this by identifying local needs and addressing their root causes, raising funds to meet those needs, and collaborating on local initiatives that create a measurable difference in Greater Franklin County.

Corporate Champion Circle members are passionate about our community and appreciate the power of joining forces with United Way to make a difference and increase visibility.

Corporate Champion Circle members

Welcome to our newest member of the Corporate Champion Circle...

A breakout group discussion at the first ever Hunger Solutions Exchange.

Advocate to reduce food insecurity by contacting Food Hub Coordinator Justus Hillebrand.

Hear remarks from the Hunger Solutions Exchange

 

Be sure to check out our 2023 Gary A. LaGrange award recipient, Carroll Corbin!

 

United Way of the Tri-Valley Area is proud to have Turner Publishing as a Media Sponsor.

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