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MDF is a non-partisan, statewide driver of sustainable economic growth in Maine. We connect people, decision-makers, and communities through trusted research, leadership development, and creative partnerships to stimulate new ideas, solve problems, and improve lives.
MDF’s Maine Downtown Center Announces Subgrant Awards Totaling $600,000 to Four Historic Preservation Projects
The funds will make 4 projects considered critical to sustaining businesses and jobs in 4 different rural downtowns possible, thus supporting further economic growth.
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Help MDF continue our work across the state to provide nonpartisan, independent data & analysis, develop and support leaders, and strengthen communities. Give to our Annual Appeal today. Thank you!
Hear why Alumni of MDF’s ICL (Institute for Civic Leadership) describe how the program experience and the Alumni Network are career-and-life changing. Applications & nominations are being accepted for the next 2026-2027 Class!
29 Jan
Light Up Leadership Social Gathering
Join us for an evening of laughter and fun as we celebrate all the ways YOU lead across Maine. We are accepting applications for the 2026-2027 classes of both ICL & Leadership Maine so bring your leadership-curious friends and colleagues who could benefit from going through either program!
2025 Measures of Growth Report Highlights Overall Economic Growth and Calls for Collective Action to Address Challenges
Edgecomb, Maine – November 19, 2025 The nonpartisan Maine Economic Growth Council today released its 31st annual Measures of Growth…“MDF is a special creature of state law, enabled to integrate private sector thinking and experience with state government planning and data. There is no other entity like it.”
Kay Rand, Former Chief of Staff, Governor Angus King
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