The Maine Children’s Alliance is thrilled to announce the winners of the 2025 Champions for Children Giraffe Awards—honoring those who “stick their necks out” for Maine kids!
🏆 Our 2025 Awardees

Business: Wild Oats Bakery & Café
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Individual: Atlee Reilly, Disability Rights Maine

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Community Led Advocacy: Maine Equal Justice Partners Circle

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Educator: Dr. Leigh Alley, University of Maine at Augusta

Read the feature here!                                                                                                                                         Emerging Leader: James Orrigo , Filmmaker                                                                                               Read the feature here ! 

✨ Join us for a morning of celebration, community, and joy at the 2025 Giraffe Awards Luncheon:
📅 Tuesday, November 18 | 11:00 AM
📍 Maple Hill Farm Inn & Conference Center , Hallowell
🎟 Tickets and sponsorships are available now—tap the link below to snag 'em! ⬇️
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Stay tuned as we shine a spotlight on each of these incredible honorees and their impact on Maine’s kids. 💛