You Matter to ME!
The purpose of the event is to foster community and youth mattering* by encouraging connection, highlighting youth accomplishments, and supporting overall well-being.
May 16, 2026, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Waterfront Park, Front Street, Augusta, ME
Join us for a special day of art, family-friendly activities, and community connection centered around mental health!
Interested in joining the planning committee or bringing your organization to the event? Reach out to Anna Pellerin at a.pellerin@hccame.org or click the button below to sign up!
*Mattering means feeling like you are important and that you make a difference in your community. It helps people feel connected, supported, and less alone.
Community Mattering Storywalk Competition
This competition aims to highlight the importance of mattering* among youth and the community.
We invite students in 6th-12th grade to participate by crafting compelling stories that explore the significance of mattering in today’s world. The winning story will be printed onto storyboards and featured in the You Matter to ME event in Augusta!
Submissions are due April 15, 2026
Winner will be announced April 24, 2026
Kennebec County Youth Advisory Board members testing out the smoothie bike!
HealthReach, one of our many tabling partners, joins us for the day!
Luca Hardy, 2025 Community Mattering Storywalk Competition Winner!