HOME IS WHERE ... ?

On September 6th, 2025, Central Maine Artists for Justice * — a group of performers, musicians and artists from Central Maine — hosted a fundraising event on behalf of Mainers for Humane Immigration. All proceeds will go directly to Mainers for Humane Immigration, who use their funds to help people dealing with ICE.

The theme for the event's performances is titled, "Home is Where...?" At a time in the U.S. where immigrants and unhoused people are being violently targeted and criminalized, we seek to spend time together thinking about what "home" really means, either to those of us harmed by government policies and racism, or to those of us who have always had a safe home, and recognize that this is a privilege. For this fundraiser and talent showcase, we ask the audience and our performers to consider: How can we build a world where everyone has not just safe shelter, but a home where they feel belonging and support?

Cast members from Lewiston Auburn Community Little Theatre's upcoming original musical, A NEW HOME, performed the song "One More Goodbye" at the Benefit. Pictured are Joseph Daniels, Casey Waters, Janelle Raven, Karianna Merrill, Justin Morin, Susan Caron, Paul Caron, Kelsey Sukeforth, Lynn Thibault McLain, Brandon Sukeforth, and Gregory Judd.

• * Central Maine Artists for Justice (aka "CMajor") is a creative collective formed in support of immigrants, the LGBTQIA+ community, bodily autonomy, and racial justice. Through the transformative power of the arts, we amplify and educate about social justice actions in Lewiston and throughout Maine. We serve as a hub by redirecting people and resources to engage with our community. We support the ongoing work of local social justice organizations through coalition building, arts events, and fundraising. CMAJ believes the arts serve as a tangible expression of the human experience to foster a deeper empathy for the humanity of all.