PORTLAND, Maine (March 25, 2026) —The Maine Community Bank Maine Marathon is proud to announce its 2026 beneficiaries: Camp No Limits, Day One, Nanna’s House, and Pine Tree Society. Together, these four Maine-based nonprofits will receive $65,700 from the proceeds of the annual, nonprofit, volunteer-run race, which will take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026, in Portland.
Organized each year by the Maine Track Club, the Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay continues its tradition of supporting local organizations that make a meaningful difference for Maine children, families, and communities. This year’s beneficiaries were selected for their dedication to providing essential services, compassionate support, and life-changing opportunities across the state.
Camp No Limits – Wales ($20,000) – Camp No Limits serves children and young adults with limb loss and limb differences. The Camp provides education, mentorship, and adaptive recreational experiences that build confidence, connection, and independence.
Day One – Windham ($20,000) – Day One supports Maine youth and families through substance use prevention, treatment, and mental health services, helping young people navigate some of life’s most difficult challenges with care and stability.
Nanna’s House – Standish ($5,700) – Nanna’s House supports children entering the foster care system by providing age-appropriate supply kits that help meet immediate needs and bring a small measure of comfort during moments of transition.
Pine Tree Society – Scarborough ($20,000) – Celebrating 90 years of service, Pine Tree Society creates opportunities for Maine children and adults with disabilities to live full, engaged lives through programs that promote independence, communication, and inclusion.
“This race is an amazing expression of community,” said Steve deCastro, CEO, Maine Community Bank, the title sponsor of the Maine Marathon since 2010. “Each beneficiary is doing deeply important work helping Maine children and families, and we are proud to support their efforts through such an uplifting and meaningful event.”
Since 1979, the Marathon has raised nearly $9 million for charity. Each year, volunteer organizers select a group of nonprofits from the community to receive proceeds from the race, continuing a longstanding tradition of giving back through one of Maine’s signature road races.
“The organizations chosen as our 2026 beneficiaries represent the kind of compassionate, high-impact work that has always been at the heart of the Marathon,” said Bob Dunfey, volunteer race director of the Maine Community Bank Maine Marathon. “We’re excited to partner with them in the year ahead and help expand their impact through the race and the additional fundraising opportunities it provides.”
In addition to direct funding, the Marathon offers participating nonprofits the opportunity to raise additional support through the event’s broader fundraising efforts. Beneficiaries also play an important role on race weekend by providing volunteers to assist with operations throughout the course, helping make the event a success for runners, spectators, and the community alike.
The 2026 race will once again feature its scenic Portland course, with the marathon, half marathon, and relay starting and finishing near Back Cove. A USATF-certified course and Boston Marathon qualifier, the event draws runners from Maine and beyond while keeping its focus firmly on local impact.
For more information about the Maine Community Bank Maine Marathon, to register, or to learn more about the 2026 beneficiaries, visit MaineMarathon.com.
About the Maine Marathon
The Maine Marathon, Half Marathon, and Relay is a volunteer-run nonprofit event organized by the Maine Track Club. Held annually in Portland, Maine, the race is a Boston Marathon qualifier and directs net proceeds to Maine-based charitable organizations.
About the Maine Track Club
The Maine Track Club, the state’s largest running club, has organized the Maine Marathon since 1997. As a nonprofit, volunteer-run organization, the club is committed to promoting running and raising funds for local charities.
About Maine Community Bank
Headquartered in Portland, Maine Community Bank is the largest mutual savings bank operating exclusively in the state, with nearly $3 billion in assets and 21 branches across Androscoggin, Cumberland, and York counties. Formed from the merger of Gorham Savings Bank and Maine Community Bank—two of Maine’s longest-standing community banks with rich 150+ year heritages—the bank combines the strengths of both institutions to create an even stronger, more capable, and more convenient institution for Maine families, businesses, and communities.
As the only bank headquartered in Cumberland County, Maine Community Bank is a depositor-owned institution committed to local decision-making and offering a comprehensive suite of both personal and business financial services, as well as wealth management.
Committed to the well-being of its communities, Maine Community Bank annually contributes thousands of volunteer hours and financial resources to community-based initiatives. By investing in local partnerships that promote financial literacy, stimulate economic growth, and foster entrepreneurship, the bank strengthens the fabric of the communities it serves.