JMG and UCU forge partnership to empower students
AUGUSTA — JMG (formerly known as Jobs for Maine’s Graduates, Inc.) is pleased to announce a meaningful partnership with University Credit Union to enhance opportunities for Maine students as they prepare for their next steps in education and career pathways.
This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to creating engaging and impactful experiences for students. UCU’s support will help expand JMG’s ability to connect students with financial literacy resources, career exploration activities, and access to professional insights.
Renee Ouellette, UCU’s president and CEO, expressed excitement about working with JMG, “Partnering with JMG allows us to support Maine students in a way that feels personal and impactful. We’re proud to join this effort to inspire and prepare students for success.”
Craig Larrabee, JMG’s president and CEO, highlighted the importance of partnerships like these, “At JMG, we believe in the power of connections to transform lives. This partnership with UCU will enrich the experiences of our students, providing them with the tools and guidance they need to navigate their futures with confidence.”
The collaboration will also allow UCU representatives to interact with JMG students, creating valuable connections and insights into the range of careers available in the financial sector.
For more information about JMG, its partnerships, or opportunities to get involved, visit JMG.org.
JMG is the largest statewide education nonprofit in Maine and is the only educational organization that provides a continuum of support to students from middle school throughout high school and onto post-secondary education and career pathways. JMG serves more than 12,000 students annually. Through innovative partnerships, JMG bridges students to real-world opportunities and lifelong success.
Established on the University of Maine campus in 1967, University Credit Union is an innovative, full-service financial institution dedicated to promoting financial well-being for the individuals and communities it serves. UCU is one of the largest credit unions in Maine, serving members across the state of Maine with locations in Orono, Bangor, Farmington, Gorham, Portland, Presque Isle, Machias, and Augusta. As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, UCU returns its profits back to members in the form of lower loan rates, higher deposit yields, lower fees, and more solutions and services. For more information visit ucumaine.com.