News
The Mission adds two staff members
The Mission has welcomed two new staff members to its leadership team since this summer, Christy Oliveri, Ed.D. and Sally Clinton. Christy joined the Mission in June as EdGE Secondary and Post-Secondary Program Director. This position manages high school and college...
Bridging the digital divide for Mainers
In the furthest reaches of Washington County and on many unbridged islands, cell service can be spotty and connection to the internet can be costly and slow. This digital divide leaves many people in the Mission’s service area unable to connect to basic services....
Mission Downeast project update
This past summer, Mission staff on the Downeast campus could be seen shuffling boxes and stacking furniture in storage pods. “We’re preparing for the big build,” said Downeast Director Jenny Jones. “Food pantry patrons and community members who frequent our campus are...
Frenchboro welcomes teachers, parents, and students from Maine’s outer islands
The Outer Islands Teaching and Learning Collaborative, Island Institute and Mission staff on the bow of the Sunbeam In 2008, a group of teachers from Islesford, Isle au Haut, Matinicus, and Monhegan gathered for a retreat on the Sunbeam. During this time, they...
Telehealth and the changing face of the industry
Earlier this month, the Mission and Sharon Daley, retired Director of Island Health, were recognized by the Northeast Telehealth Resource Center (NETRC) for being a pioneer in the telehealth field. In 2001, the Mission became the first organization in Maine to...
Corporate Sponsors provide year-round support
The Mission’s corporate sponsors support the Mission’s work all year. Through their generosity and the generosity of all of our donors, the Mission can help sustain and strengthen families and communities. Platinum Sponsors This year’s Platinum Sponsors are Bar...