Our giving commitment
10% of every subscription
goes where it matters.
Each month, our featured storyteller chooses a cause close to their heart. We donate 10% of that month's subscription revenue directly to that charity — and we publish every dollar here, openly.
Giving history
2 donations · 2026Maine Needs
Maine Needs is the people’s non-profit. We share the needs of the community with you to inspire us all to give what we can. Whether it's time and energy through volunteering, material goods, money, skills, or support, we ask everyone to get involved in their own way so we can connect what is needed with what you have to give.
Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition (MIRC)
At the Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition (MIRC), our mission is to improve legal, social, and economic conditions for immigrants in the state of Maine. MIRC brings together more than 100 organizations to form a unique statewide network representing diverse ethnic communities. These organizations, a majority of which are led by people of color, work together to foster immigrant inclusion and integration through both support programs and policies.
September 2026 storyteller charity to be announced
Each month our featured storyteller selects a cause that's meaningful to them. The June charity will be revealed with the June mailing — subscribe before June 1st to be part of this month's giving.
Subscribe to Roots+CultureHow it works
At $15/month, your subscription funds the monthly letter, recipe card, original art, and botanical illustration — and 10% goes straight to giving.
Each month's featured storyteller selects a charity that matters to them personally. The cause is announced in their letter and on this page.
10% of that month's subscription revenue is sent to the chosen charity within 30 days of the mailing. Every donation is published here with full amounts.