Hunger is a reality for thousands of Maine families

Hunger is a growing problem in Maine and across the nation. Today, 200,000 Mainers, including 1 in 4 children, struggle with hunger. Learn more about hunger in Maine.

Reaching communities across the state - from Kittery to Fort Kent

For 30 years, Good Shepherd Food-Bank has worked with a network of partner agencies to distribute nutritious food to hungry families throughout Maine. For every $1 donated, we distribute $8 worth of food. Find out how we're helping in your community.

Working together to end hunger in Maine

Our 600 partner agencies are on the front lines of hunger relief, serving the most vulnerable people in their communities. Through this efficient network, more than 36,000 Mainers are receiving crucial food assistance each week. Find your local hunger relief charity.

The Fund To Feed Maine

Hunger in Maine is escalating at an alarming rate. In this time of extraordinary need, the Food Bank is undertaking a significant fundraising effort to keep up with demand. Learn more about how major donors are helping end hunger through The Fund to Feed Maine.

Hunger is on the rise

1 in 4 Maine children live at risk of hunger every day

HannafordRecent statistics confirm what many in the community have been telling us - hunger is at an all-time high across Maine. Results from the annual USDA survey on food insecurity show that more than 200,000 Mainers, including 1 in 4 children, are struggling to access enough nutritious food to live a healthy life.

"This new information from USDA reinforces what we know to be true - that record numbers of Mainers are struggling to make ends meet and access enough food for their families," said Rick Small, President and CEO of Good Shepherd Food Bank.

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2012 JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award

Michael Dubyak, Wright Express Chairman and CEO, will receive the 2012 JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award at a gala dinner on May 15 at the Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland, Maine.

Each year Good Shepherd Food Bank selects an award recipient in honor of its founder, JoAnn Pike. This year the Food Bank is inviting the community to come together to honor an outstanding leader and advance the important mission of ending hunger in Maine.

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I greatly appreciate being able to provide high quality food for our residents at such a low fee. Thank you.

- Tina Maddocks, O.N.U.G. 2nd Chance Ranch
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