Building a Thriving Community Question Title * United Way of Southern Maine tackles our most challenging community issues by focusing on equity-- ensuring people and communities get what they need to thrive. There are many different issues United Way is working to address simultaneously. We are interested in hearing your thoughts about which ones deserve the most attention now.Imagine you are a community investment volunteer who helps decide how United Way invests $1,200 of donated funds. How would you want those funds invested in our community? You may choose as few or as many of the 12 issues as you wish, but please have your amounts add up to $1,200. Aging in place Child care Early learning (0-8 years) Education Beyond High School Homelessness + affordable housing Hunger / food insecurity Mental health Substance use disorder prevention + treatment Suicide prevention Support for survivors of trauma Workforce development Youth education (9-18 years) Done