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Programs

We work with schools and community organizations to bring together youth and mentors together for skate sessions.

Where We Are Now

NextSTEP

Next STEP is an alternative high school that exists to serve the socioeconomic, racial, and culturally diverse population of Lewiston.

Get in touch about this program.

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Where we’re going.

Skate to Relate is a small but mighty program that’s growing fast.

Our goal is to expand to 3 more schools in Maine by 2027.

Help Us Grow
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Get involved.

For Skaters

From mentorship to internal operations, we have a ton of volunteer opportunities.

Volunteer

For Community Organizations

If you’re a nonprofit who wants a joint event or a business who wants to support us, we love expanding our community.

Become a Partner

For Schools

If you’re a school or educator who likes what we do, we might be able to start a Skate to Relate chapter at your school. Reach out.

Bring Programming to Your School

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