We invite participants who wish to contribute to charitable causes to consider supporting our designated organizations. These include the Campobello Island Community Food Bank, locally known as 'the Clothes Line,' and the Lubec Community Food Bank, managed by the Lubec Community Outreach Committee (LCOC). Additionally, contributions can be directed towards LAMPS, the Lubec Area Musicians' Philanthropic Society, and Wabanaki Reach.
To assist our local non-profit organizations, donations can be made during the registration process or by clicking the donate button on the Registration site.
The Campobello Island Food Bank is a purely voluntary effort organized by dedicated members of the community. Locally known as "The Clothes Line" it assists individuals and families in need with food and clothing. It accepts donations of food, clothing and money and also raises money through raffles and competitions amongst the children and fishermen. It's two key organizers are also reliable and dedicated race volunteers who every year staff the water station at the Campobello Fisheries Station opposite the School.
Contact information - campobellofoodbank@gmail.com
Lubec Community Outreach Center is a non-profit founded in 2012 with the mission to remove barriers to improve the lives of people in our community. The Lubec Community Food Pantry is operated by the Lubec Community Outreach Center (LCOC) and currently serves approximately 22% of the local community members. It also reaches out to support those in need in nine neighboring communities. LCOC strives to enhance the quality of life – enriching the place we live, learn, work, and play – through services supportive and available to all children, youth, adults, and seniors.
Contact information - info@lcocmaine.org
Wabanaki REACH supports the self-determination of Wabanaki people through education, truth-telling, restorative justice, and restorative practices in Wabanaki and Maine communities. Wabanki REACH seeks to build a broader and stronger community of people who understand the long term impact of the generational harms done to Indigenous people since first contact and who are committed to transforming the present day systems that provide advantages to the dominant culture.
LAMPS is a community service organization in Lubec, ME. With support from volunteers and donors, we provide admission-free cultural events every year in the town of Lubec and raise funds for local non-profits and charities. We also offer educational programs and engage in community outreach.
Our mission is to share our passion for music, to foster connections between local musicians, and to create stronger communities through volunteering and charitable giving. We aim to nurture live local music as well as serve our communities socially and economically. We focus our charitable efforts on Washington County, Maine.