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It Takes An Island

As an elbow of sand 30 miles out to sea, Nantucket has always withstood strong storms and cultural shifts. For generations, its people have proven to be naturally resilient. Remain strives to strengthen that spirit of enduring economic, social and environmental vitality.

Our Mission

The Remain mission is to bring creative thinking to environmental and community challenges, elevate local industry and encourage innovation and resilience across the island through its dual entities, Remain Nantucket and Remain Ventures.

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Reimagine

As Nantucket confronts local, regional and global issues, Remain provides grants and programming to strengthen the island’s sustainability for decades to come.

Revitalize

Combining lessons from history and innovations for tomorrow, Remain engages our community in continuous dialogue to identify challenges and develop solutions.

Remain

By blending philanthropy and investment, Remain elevates our resilient community.

Wildflowers in shades of purple and yellow with at least five monarch butterflies resting among the blooms.
Interior shot of the Hive, a shared kitchen space on Nantucket Island, featuring a main gathering area with booths, tables, and chairs, teal-colored walls, a coffee machine, honeycomb-shaped light fixtures, and double doors at the far end.
Exterior shot of the Remain office on Main Street, Nantucket, featuring a two-story brick building with green shutters, a large green front door at the top of marble stairs, and windows on both levels.

Overview

Nantucket is a place where...

ideas are tried, tested and transformed into tools that can be shared with other communities.

Remain highlights, pilots and funds strategic initiatives inspired by a range of voices that articulate visions for a more resilient Nantucket. We offer opportunities for programs and collaboration between nonprofit organizations, municipal initiatives and small business ventures.

Our Work
Solar ground array set against a clear blue sky and green grass.

Environment

We join island organizations in the thoughtful stewardship of our environment, green energy solutions and sustainable best practices.

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Chefs working together in a kitchen, dressed in hats and aprons, preparing food.

Local Economy

We invest in and provide ongoing support to mission-related businesses so that they are positioned to succeed and contribute to a strong year-round economy.

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Blue antique car driving up Main Street during the Nantucket Daffodil Festival antique car parade, with crowds of people standing on either side of the cobblestone street.

Community

We support and promote social and cultural experiences that make Nantucket a welcoming, vibrant place for everyone.

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Our Team

Together, we turn ideas into impact. Meet the group of people who bring Remain’s mission to life.

Meet Our Team
Team photo of all Remain employees, including founder Wendy Schmidt, sitting together in a group in front of the Remain office front door.

The Latest

In the News

Our latest collaborations in the Nantucket community and beyond

Learn about Remain’s projects, partnerships and initiatives that spark opportunities and engagement across the island and region.

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Weekly meal program starting up at The Hive
The Inquirer & Mirror (Jan 20, 2025) —The Hive, the commercial cooking hub on Amelia Drive founded to help island...
Building Buzz at Nantucket’s Shared-Use Kitchen
Foodservice Equipment Report (Jan 16, 2025) — Usually when planning a kitchen, designers make equipment decisions based on the type...
Nantucket Community School Breaking Through The Island's Language Barrier
Nantucket Current (Jan 06, 2025) — Hours after the last bell at Nantucket High School rings and the last public...