Trekkers, a nonprofit youth mentoring organization serving Midcoast Maine, will host its biennial Art Auction from May 21–28, featuring original works by more than 30 regional artists inspired by Trekkers’ guiding tagline, “360 Degrees of Support.”

"The theme reflects Trekkers’ commitment to surrounding young people with care, opportunity, belonging, and guidance at every stage of their journey," said a Trekkers news release. "Participating artists were invited to interpret this idea in their own way—conceptually, emotionally, or literally—resulting in a diverse and dynamic collection of artwork."

The online auction opens May 21, with inperson viewing opportunities at Pascal Hall, 86 Pascal Avenue in Rockport, May 26–28, from 2 - 4:30 p.m. The event will culminate with a closing reception and final bidding at Pascal Hall on May 28, from 4:30 - 7 p.m.

Participating artists include: Barbara Aras • Dylan Anderson • Susan Baines • Nancy Baker • Kim Bernard • Ellery Chalmers • Ron Crusan • Carol Daigneault • Carol Douglas • Camille Drury • Lauren Gill • Ariel Hall • Lily Hamill • Mary Ann Heizen • Rachel Hendrick • Shane Hendrick • Alison Hill • Alexis Iammarino • Bruno Jensen • Sarah Lee • Lauren Lewis • Meredith Lewis • Allyson Lindsey • Kathryn Miles • Jayson Miller • Tara Anne Morin • Debbie Morrison • Greg Mort • Jon Mort • Abigail Nash • Colin Page • Nicole Pomeroy • Björn Runquist • Nat Shacklett • Sabrina Slavin • Tyler Thrasher • Bobbie Tilkens-Fisher • Laura Waller

Proceeds from the auction—100% of winning bids—directly support Trekkers’ youth mentoring programs.

This community-powered fundraiser is made possible through the generous support of local businesses. Special thanks to sponsors: Adventure Advertising, Central Maine Power, Maine State Credit Union, Monhegan Boat Line, First National Bank and First National Wealth Management, Fisher Engineering, Breakwater Design & Build, J. Edward Knight Insurance, Sanju Basi D.D.S, Crazy Creeks, Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Harbor Builder Associates, Camden Hills Dentistry, Flipside Coffee, Mount Pleasant Dental Wellness, Back Cove Yachts, Mid-Knight Auto Body, Rockport Steel, naretiv, and Allen Insurance and Financial, Renys, Maine Coast Construction, Fabian Oil, Inc., Mike Curtis of Edward Jones, Thomaston Family Dentistry, and Saint George Realty.

Preview the Art: trekkers.org/art-auction

Where: Pascal Hall, 86 Pascal Ave in Rockport

Proceeds: 100% of proceeds support Trekkers

For over 30 years, nonprofit 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 and pursue aspirations for the future. To learn more, visit the website at trekkers.org.