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Friends of Acadia’s
Annual Benefit & Auction
Join us for a vibrant Benefit & Auction celebrating 40 years of Friends of Acadia
on August 8, 2026 at Gate House Farm in Northeast Harbor.
Friends of Acadia’s
37th Annual Benefit
As we celebrate Friends of Acadia’s 40th Anniversary, we are delighted to welcome you to our
37th Annual Benefit & Auction on Saturday, August 8, 2026, at Gate House Farm in Northeast Harbor.
This beautiful property will once again offer a charming setting for an unforgettable evening in support of Acadia National Park.
Thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, Chilton Trust, our dedicated Benefit Committee, and all of YOU, last year’s event was a tremendous success.
As we look ahead to this milestone year, we are deeply grateful for the volunteers, auction donors, patrons, businesses, and attendees whose generosity has made the Benefit a beloved summer tradition—and one of our most important fundraising events for Acadia.
This year’s Benefit Committee, led by Lesley Draper, is already hard at work planning what promises to be an extraordinary celebration of both the Benefit and Friends of Acadia’s 40 years of impact.
Cocktail hour during the 36th Annual Friends of Acadia Benefit. (Rhiannon Johnston/Friends of Acadia)
Benefit attendees place bids during the Paddle Raise for the Carroll Homestead. (Julia Walker Thomas/Friends of Acadia)
Benefit guests take to the dance floor at the 36th Annual Friends of Acadia Benefit. (Rhiannon Johnston/Friends of Acadia)
Paddle Raise for Baker Island Lighthouse!
The 2026 Paddle Raise will support the preservation of the Baker Island Lighthouse—a cherished landmark and the first light station in Frenchman Bay, guiding mariners for more than a century. Your generosity will help protect this historic beacon and ensure its legacy for generations to come.
Light our way to the next 40!
Special thanks to our presenting sponsor, Chilton Trust Company
Special thanks to our media sponsor, Maine Home + Design
Additional gratitude to this year’s Benefit Committee Chair:
Lesley Draper
If you have questions or would like to donate to the silent or live auctions, call 207-370-4910 or reach out to Jen Byer, special events coordinator, at jen_byer@friendsofacadia.org.
Please note: Certain restrictions may apply to grants Friends of Acadia receives from donor advised funds, including limitations related to ticketed events and fulfillment of legally binding pledges. Please inquire with your donor advised fund custodian about the intended use of your recommended donation and learn about any restrictions/prohibitions that may apply. Learn more.