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Leadership through Hands on Learning
Juniors in the Mission’s Journey program are receiving a hands-on experience in job exploration and event planning through their participation in the Washington County Youth Leadership Challenge (WCYLC). WCYLC, which is facilitated by Rural Aspirations with support...
At the Maine Fisherman’s Forum
From the Desk of Sunbeam Captain Michael T. Johnson The Maine Fishermen’s Forum is the perfect amalgam of the many groups that form the life we all love on the Coast of Maine. The diversity of the exhibits is astonishing, ranging from the fishermen themselves with...
Island Living During the Maine Winter
The Sunbeam is a welcome sight in any harbor, but during the winter months, these visits become even more important. On Matinicus, often considered the most remote of Maine's islands due to its geographic distance from the mainland, the population can swell into the...
The Mission’s Impact in 2025
The Mission’s 13 programs focus on education, community building, healthcare, and economic stability. And every year, the Mission quantifies the work that we do by counting our impact. Our 2025 Impact Statement shares the numbers behind our work, the hundreds of...
Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation Awards $50,000 Grant for Youth Programming
Mission was recently awarded a $50,000 grant from the Evelyn S. and K.E. Barrett Foundation to support two youth education programs operating in Maine’s rural communities. Journey serves Washington County teens while the Teaching & Learning Collaborative (TLC)...
Community Ice Skating on the Downeast Campus
Join the Mission for ice skating every Saturday, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. this winter. The Mission provides both ice skates and helmets for children and adults. In addition to ice skating, there are indoor activities including board games. Lunch, snacks, and hot...