Earlier this month, Trekkers hosted its annual 5K fundraiser for the first time from its own location. After almost a decade of the route starting from Thomaston Library, it was the first (of many!) events that Trekkers can host from home. It was so invigorating to see our community come together in our backyard, and to introduce the space as a communal, welcoming place for families. One person also said it “was the best 5K” they’d ever run! Results were posted here.

We are so grateful to all those who came out to support – the 95 runners and walkers who registered, staff, board, and volunteers who were on the cheering squad, timers, intersection monitors, water-givers, and so many more who pitched in to help. We are so lucky to be part of a community that supports its students – thank you! This year’s 5K raised a total of $3,524.44, with $2,130 going directly to student dues and the remainder ($1,394.44) going to support Trekkers programs. Thanks again and we hope to see you next year! View more photos at the Facebook event page or Instagram.

This community event is made possible by the support of local businesses. A special thanks to lead sponsors: Machias Savings Bank, Spectrum, and naretiv. Thank you to advocate sponsors: Harbor Road Veterinary Hospital, Steel-Pro Inc., First National and First National Wealth Management, Adventure Advertising, Horch Roofing, Pen Bay Medical Center. The following businesses have also supported Trekkers this year thank you to The Grasshopper Shop, Bay Chiropractic Center, Monhegan Boat Line, Fisher Engineering, Cape Air, J. Edward Knight & Company, Dead River Company, Rockport Steel Inc., Lyman-Morse, Fiore, Thomaston Family Dentistry, Joe French’s Quality Car Care Inc., Allen Insurance and Financial, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Maine Coast Orthodontics, Lonza in Rockland, and the O’Hara Corporation.

Amie Hutchison is Executive Director of Trekkers

About Trekkers:

For over 25 years, non-profit organization Trekkers has been dedicated to helping young people thrive. Through its unique six-year mentoring and expeditionary learning program, research shows Trekkers helps students increase their ability to be resilient, build positive relationships, and name aspirations for the future. To learn more, visit the website at trekkers.org.