Sweetser

09/01/2026

🎙️ A familiar Maine voice is joining us for an unforgettable evening of hope!

We’re thrilled to welcome Blake Hayes, host of The Blake Show with Kelly and Todd on Coast 93.1 - Portland, ME, for a special appearance at Sweetser’s 34th Annual Auction & Gala. Blake will help us ‘fund the need’ and rally support for vital mental health services for Maine's at-risk youth and families during our signature event.

Known for his humor, honesty, and wonderfully unpredictable moments, Blake is a two-time nominee for the National Association of Broadcasters’ prestigious Marconi Award and was recently named Portland’s Favorite Radio Personality in the annual Best of the Old Port awards. He lives in Kittery Point with his husband, Tim, their three children, and rescue dog.

Here’s what you need to know:
📅 Thursday, September 17 | Silent Auction opens at 5 p.m.
📍 Brick South at Thompson’s Point, Portland
👥 Who should attend? YOU!

Enjoy heartfelt testimonials, live music, chef-crafted bites, our crowd-favorite wine wall, a photo booth, and more than 300 silent and live auction items—including trips to Bali, Portugal, and Africa!
It’s one powerful night to fuel hope! Don’t miss it!

🎟️ Get your tickets at www.SweetserAuction.org

08/31/2026

A meaningful delivery just in time for International Overdose Awareness Day. 💜

Our friends at Journey Magazine stopped by Sweetser's Support ME Peer Center in Brunswick to deliver co-branded magazines that we’ll share with individuals seeking connection, encouragement, and recovery resources.

August 31st marks the world’s largest annual campaign to end overdose. Today, we remember those we have lost, acknowledge the grief carried by their families and friends, and renew our commitment to preventing overdose and related harms.

Thank you, Journey Magazine, for helping us share stories of hope and remind people throughout Maine that recovery is possible—and no one has to navigate it alone.

08/30/2026

Sweetser is proud to recognize Strategic Media Inc as a Partner in Hope!

For 17 years, Strategic Media has been a dedicated partner and champion of Sweetser’s mental health mission. We are deeply grateful for their continued commitment, including a generous $4,500 contribution to Sweetser’s capital campaign.

Their support is helping us make history by constructing Maine’s first youth Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) on our S**o campus—bringing critically needed care closer to home for Maine youth and families.

Thank you, Strategic Media, for helping Sweetser build hope for generations to come!

08/29/2026

LIVE AUCTION PREVIEW: Find your Bliss in Bali

Unwind in paradise with eight days and seven nights in Amed, Bali, a tranquil coastal village known for its black sand beaches, coral reefs, and laid-back charm. This getaway for two includes a private one-bedroom cottage at the Golden Buddha Resort, along with round-trip airport transfers so your journey feels seamless from the moment you land. Sink into relaxation with a traditional Balinese massage and savor an authentic Balinese dinner under the stars. Then choose your own adventure: dive into a water sport along Amed's calm coastline, wander the fountains and gardens of Tirta Gangga Water Palace, or climb to the breathtaking "Gates of Heaven" at Pura Lempuyang Temple. Whether you're seeking rest, culture, or a little adventure, this Bali escape offers a little bit of everything.

Join us for An Evening of Hope: Sweetser's 34th Auction & Gala!

GET TICKETS: https://sweetser.ejoinme.org/MyEvents/2026SweetserAuctionGala/tabid/1588548/Default.aspx

08/28/2026

“Four years ago, Sweetser saved my life.”

With extraordinary courage, Jaymison Harper shares how connection, community, and compassionate care helped her find hope during one of the darkest moments of her life.

Jaymison will be a keynote speaker, sharing her powerful testimonial at our upcoming Auction & Gala on Sept. 17th at Thompson’s Point. You don't want to miss it! Get tickets at www.SweetserAuction.org.

08/27/2026

Eat local. Give back. Make a difference. 🥩

Burnt Ends Barbecue is donating 10% of all sales TODAY to support Sweetser’s mental health mission throughout Androscoggin County.

08/26/2026

Sweetser’s 3rd Annual Battle for the Brook Softball Tournament was a home run for our mission, bringing together community partners for a day of friendly competition, teamwork, and giving back at Rotary Park in Biddeford.

This year’s tournament raised an incredible $11,000 to support Sweetser’s mission of providing hope and healing to children, adults, and families throughout Maine.

Four teams stepped up to the plate this year: Maine Molecular Quality Controls (MMQCI), Pond Cove Millwork, Nikel Precision Group, and Keith’s Meter Service. We’re grateful to every player, supporter, and donor who helped make the tournament such a success.

Congratulations to Pond Cove Millwork, who had an especially impressive showing, taking home both the title of Tournament Champion and Top Fundraising Team! Their commitment on and off the field helped make a meaningful difference for the people Sweetser serves.

Events like Battle for the Brook are only possible because of the generosity of our community. A special thank you goes to Hannaford Supermarkets, S**o House of Pizza, and Firehouse Subs for donating food and drinks to keep our players and volunteers fueled throughout the tournament.

Thank you to everyone who helped make the 3rd Annual Battle for the Brook a success. Your support goes far beyond the softball field—it helps Sweetser continue providing critical behavioral health services and creating brighter futures for Mainers.

08/25/2026

We deeply appreciate the Biddeford Eagles 804 for collecting and donating school supplies for the students we serve in our various youth programs in S**o and across the state!

Worthy President Eriq Manson dropped off an abundance of school supplies for Sweetser with Director of Development for Sweetser Jodie Hansen! Thank you to every member who made a real difference for the upcoming school year!

08/24/2026

WMTW-TV: 'There is now another option for families of Maine youth who need various mental health supports and need help navigating the system.'

There is now another option for families of Maine youth who need various mental health supports and need help navigating the system.

08/23/2026

Families in York and Cumberland Counties navigating youth mental health support now have a new option in Maine.

Sweetser has launched High Fidelity Wraparound — an evidence-based, intensive care coordination program for youth with complex behavioral health needs. Instead of families juggling providers, schools, and agencies alone, this program brings everyone together as ONE team, built around the family's own voice, choice, and goals.

What makes this program unique is that the family is the decision-maker — not the system. A wraparound coordinator, peer supports, and trusted people in the family's life come together to build one individualized plan, look beyond a diagnosis, and plan for long-term success.

📞 Ready to get connected? Call the Sweetser PromiseLine: 1-800-434-3000 📧 Or email: [email protected]