If you are looking for gifts that support Maine business this holiday season, below we have a few ideas from the Maine Venture Fund portfolio!
For the curious learner:
Bookclubs – Want to share a love of reading and community? Gift a subscription to Bookclubs to find some great new reads and people to read with!
The Humane Space – Committed to creating a community of lifelong learners by cultivating curiosity and awe via a mobile app. Gift a subscription to The Humane Space.
For the nature enthusiast in your life:
Good To-Go – It can be hard to figure out what to give your outdoorsy friend or family member, but everyone needs to eat! GTG’s Weekend Multi-pack makes it easy to curate a nice mix of easy and delicious meals.
Hyperlite Mountain Gear – Hyperlite has quickly become the industry standard for light and fast outdoor gear, from backpacks to tents! Their 2023 Gear Guide puts together some great finds for under $100!
Sea Bags – A classic and always useful gift, check out Sea Bags’ Limited Edition items for their latest designs.
Through tomorrow (Nov. 22), you can purchase a Love Lewiston Tote and they will donate 30% of sales to the Maine Community Foundation’s Lewiston-Auburn Response Fund: Victims & Families.
For the foodie always looking for the latest flavor:
Atlantic Sea Farms – ASF features their kelp, harvested in the Gulf of Maine, in a variety of tasty products. Their Seaweed Salad and Sea-Chi make great additions to any meal (think craveable and crunchy pickle-like condiment)!
American Unagi – AU makes delicious, ready to eat eel grown right here in Maine. Consider swapping your smoked salmon for their smoked eel for your holiday bagel breakfast! The tinned eel made by Gulf of Maine Conservas makes a great stocking stuffer.
Looking for a new beverage to gift or bring to the holiday party?
KitNA – Brewing delicious, non-alcoholic beers! Try their Starter Pack to taste the Blonde and two IPAs!
Orange Bike Brewing – OBB just opened their tasting room in Portland, and they are brewing Gluten-Free beers. Head over to see the new space, and buy a six pack or gift card.
Maine Craft Distilling – Add the classic BlueShine to your holiday beverage lineup, or get the new variety pack to share the latest flavors.
About Maine Venture Fund
Maine Venture Fund invests in Maine businesses that have the highest potential for growth and impact. For more information, visit maineventurefund.com.
Inquiries: Terri Wark Maine Venture Fund (207) 305-0006 terri@maineventurefund.com
