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Congratulations to the 2026 Graduating Mission Scholars
The Mission is excited to celebrate the 13 Scholars graduating from college this spring. The students are chosen to receive these scholarships from the Mission because of their academic achievements throughout high school as well as their commitment to their...
Taste Testing on Tuesdays in the Food Pantry
The Mission’s food pantry is bustling on Tuesdays. A line of people is waiting for the door to open at 9:00 a.m. On particularly busy days, almost 100 people come through the blue, double doors. While some neighbors fill their carts and leave, others stop by to chat,...
Visit the Iconic Sunbeam this Summer
Join the Mission and visit the 74-foot, flagship vessel Sunbeam during cruises and Friday guided, dock-side tours this summer in Northeast Harbor. Cruises and open houses include: Cruise at the Northeast Harbor Marina on Wednesday, June 24 at 5:30 p.m. (5:00 p.m....
Family-Friendly Events on the Downeast Campus
Join the Mission for family-friendly activities every Saturday, starting April 11, this spring. These events will continue every Saturday until May 16. Mission staff will host different activities each week including outdoor activities, art activities, and more. These...
Summer Camp Offers Opportunities to Downeast Students
The Mission has opened registration for our 2026 EdGE summer camps. Camp opportunities are offered at three locations across the Downeast region in Addison, Machias, and Milbridge for children in kindergarten through eighth grade. EdGE Summer Camp provides children...
Changing Technology and Times on the Sunbeam
From the desk of Sunbeam Captain Michael T. Johnson Yesterday, I received an e-mail from Sunbeam Director Douglas Cornman asking about exploring possibilities for improving internet access aboard the Sunbeam. Given the interconnected nature of both healthcare and...