2026 Goals
• Expand access to critical care and medical transport for patients across the state of Maine.
• Ensure we continue to operate at the forefront of emergency medical response and critical care transport, continuing to be a national leader in safety and clinical excellence.
• Strengthen our connections with our EMS and hospital partners by expanding joint training opportunities, so that our patients receive the swiftest, safest, and most advanced critical care possible.
• Raise $3.5 million to support critical capital investments at LifeFlight of Maine.
• Expand our partnerships with the business community, matching the urgent needs of LifeFlight and Maine’s health care system with companies seeking to make a lifesaving impact in their communities.
• Continue to grow LifeFlight’s Grateful Patient Program, creating an engaged community of former patients and families.
Fundraising events/Opportunities
The Cross for LifeFlight, which takes place every August, is our most important fundraising event. Every mile we “Cross” and every dollar we raise ensures that the next person in Maine who faces a life-threatening medical emergency has access to advanced critical care with the speed of a helicopter. Participants choose where, when, and how they want to “Cross” for LifeFlight, either on their own or at one of our organized events. We welcome support through participation or sponsorship opportunities and are always looking to build new partnerships.
Giving Opportunities
As the challenges facing health care and EMS in Maine mount, the demand for LifeFlight of Maine’s services continues to grow. LifeFlight delivers ICU-level care where and when it is needed, serving as a vital connector between Maine communities and the state’s larger medical centers. We raise funds for capital projects, including aircraft, aviation and communication infrastructure, medical equipment, wellness and support for the flight crew, and ongoing education for the LifeFlight team and our EMS partners. Our donors and supporters from the business community are essential to our mission. We work with each one to build meaningful partnerships and identify giving opportunities that align with their values and interests.
Volunteer Opportunities
Each year through our Community Giving Program, we reach out to municipalities across Maine asking for support. We invite our friends and advocates in each community to help us by speaking in favor of this request for support with their town councilors and at their community’s annual budget meeting.
LifeFlight is the only EMS service in the state that carries units of blood, which can be lifesaving for patients. We encourage everyone to find a blood drive and roll up their sleeve – LifeFlight partners with the Red Cross several times a year to host blood drives, but appointments with the Red Cross are available daily.
We encourage anyone interested in supporting LifeFlight’s mission to reach out with their ideas and get involved!