Stories from the road
Our March Newsletter
In this issue of Helping Hands, we’re sharing stories of people who are going through a hard time in their life. For so many Mainers, the winter months are exceptionally difficult.
Tough choices: Heat your home or feed your family?
Mainers are known for their hardiness. Whether working in the woods or out on the fishing boat, they live the...
Comprehensive Study of Hunger in Maine Reveals Persistent and Widespread Suffering
As the Maine State Legislature begins considering budget proposals and bills aimed at further restricting the state’s safety net, a...
Audible for Healthier Super Bowl Snacking
The Super Bowl is more than a game between the National Football League's premier franchises. For many American households, the...
Hannaford Supermarkets to Receive 2017 JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award from Good Shepherd Food Bank
Good Shepherd Food Bank today announced that it will award the 2017 JoAnn Pike Humanitarian Award to Hannaford Supermarkets in...
Employees from Businesses of Any Size Inject Energy into Volunteer Program
Providing time for employees to volunteer at Good Shepherd Food Bank may seem like a significant commitment that only the...
TD Bank Employees Give Back by Volunteering
Whether a national corporation or a mom and pop shop, businesses can encourage volunteerism among their employees. By doing so,...
Time Well Spent for Individuals Volunteering at the Food Bank
Those who volunteer at Good Shepherd Food Bank arrive to our front door from a multitude of pathways. Some volunteers...
A Healthy Twist on Holiday Favorites
The holiday season presents the challenge of sustaining a healthy diet, as treats circle the workplace or family gathering. Good...
Our November Newsletter
This season of gratitude and giving is such a good time for counting our blessings and remembering those who don’t...
Maine Dairy Promotion Board and Good Shepherd Food Bank Bring Milk to School Food Pantries with Milk2MyPlate
Milk is one of the most requested items at food banks across the country, but food banks rarely have enough...
First National Bank Pledges to Help End Hunger in Maine with $50,000 Commitment to Good Shepherd Food Bank
First National Bank has announced a $50,000 gift to Good Shepherd Food Bank for improvements to the organization’s Hampden food...
Bangor Savings Bank Foundation Awards Good Shepherd Food Bank $50,000 for Renovation of Hampden Distribution Facility
Bangor Savings Bank has announced a $50,000 gift to Good Shepherd Food Bank for improvements to the organization’s Hampden distribution...
Kids Café Program Grows with New Sites Across Maine
The coastal town of Belfast in Waldo County presents visitors with quintessential Maine seascapes and a cozy downtown, home to...
Food Pantry Capacity Investments Provide Support to Partner Agencies in Seven Counties
Maine’s food pantries face daily challenges which can be difficult to overcome, especially since these organizations are often run by...
Little farm stand yields big impact for Mainers
The boy scrambled across the sand towards the sound of the food truck parked up on the street. His face...