Health and Hope Campaign

Celebrating 25 years, building the next 25.

For 25 years, Healthy Acadia has been part of this community, working alongside neighbors to make sure people across Maine’s Hancock and Washington counties have what they need to stay healthy.

Now, we’re looking ahead.

We’ve launched our Health and Hope Campaign, with a goal of raising $1.5 million by December 31.

Art for Health and Hope

As part of our 25 year celebrations, we’re inviting our community to take part in Art for Health & Hope, a collaborative project that will become a large-scale installation celebrating health, connection, resilience, and hope.

How to Participate
Reflect on a moment from the past several months that represents health and hope, and bring it to life on a 5 x 7 canvas. Use any medium that feels right, including collage, paint, drawing, pencil, or markers. There’s no wrong way to participate.

5 x 7 canvases and submission instructions will be provided by Healthy Acadia. Click here to request a canvas and receive instructions for submission.

Join or Host a Gathering
Create on your own or join a local art-making gathering. We also welcome partnerships with groups interested in hosting an event. Gatherings can be 1 to 2 hours and tailored to your group, with the option to use your own supplies or have materials and facilitation provided.

Flexible Options for Groups
If hosting is not a fit, groups can still participate by requesting canvases and instructions. Groups can also opt to offer both a gathering and take-home options so more people can take part. These experiences focus on creativity, connection, and community. There is no fundraising component.

The submission deadline is July 31, 2026. More details about the final installation, which will be free and open to the public, will be shared soon.

Community Health Connects Us All

Healthy Acadia is a 501c3 nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community health in Maine’s Hancock and Washington counties. Our mission is to empower people and organizations as we build healthy communities together.

Since 2001, we have aimed to identify important health needs in our communities and find ways to address their root causes. We collaborate with community partners and leaders from various sectors to develop plans, take action, and enhance overall health and well-being. Through teamwork and shared leadership, we address ongoing issues and quickly respond to urgent health concerns in our area.

Thank you so very much to all of you - our community partners, friends, and supporters who help us continue to build healthier and more vibrant communities.