It takes a strong community to host a marathon and all the details that go with it, which is why the Mount Desert Island Marathon is committed to giving back to their community. Please contribute to these worthy causes to support their vision and ours.



Adopt a Water Stop

Businesses and organizations are encourared to adopt an official Mount Desert Island Marathon water stop. Please click here to ask how.





MDI Marathon Banner Auction | To Benefit Mount Desert Nursery School

Mount Desert Nursery School first opened opened in 1978. It is a not-for-profit organization. 100% of the proceeds raised from the 2008 MDI Marathon Art Banner Project will go to benefit this organization. Runners, friends, and family are encouraged to bid on the one-of-a-kind banners for lasting momentos and to help a worthy cause. Read the press release here.

Below are some examples of the banners from previous years. New images will be posted as banners are completed along with bidding information.

Please scroll over for larger artwork




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