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.

7th Annual FEED ME Food Drive

Feed METhank you to everyone who came out in support of the FEED ME Food Drive on Saturday, May 5. Good Shepherd Food Bank once again teamed up with Hannaford Supermarkets, WCSH 6, and WLBZ 2 to host the event in 5 locations throughout Maine.

Thanks to your help, we raised 11,500 pounds of food and $16,600 to help fight hunger in Maine!

With 1 in 4 Maine children facing hunger, now is the time to come together with the community to help end hunger in our state. Thank you for responding to this call!

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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.   Read more >

 JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award Dinner Registration

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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