To the Editor:
Island Housing Trust sends huge thanks to all who took Virtual Vacations this year to increase permanent workforce housing on MDI. Beginning with a challenge match of $15,000 from our board members, we exceeded our goal of $30,000, raising an additional $27,000 from generous “travelers” across the island for a total of more than $42,000.
More than 50 people packed their virtual bags to “visit” imagined cabins in the Northwoods, fantasy guest houses in the Swiss Alps, and even a far-out colony on Mars.
Island Housing Trust is building resilient year-round communities by providing housing opportunities affordable to those earning an average income on Mount Desert Island. These virtual vacation gifts will make a difference.
Marla S. O’Byrne
IHT Executive Director
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