September is Hunger Action Month
Hunger impacts people in every corner of the country, including 191,920 people in Maine who are facing hunger – and 1 in 5 children are food insecure.
State of hunger
191k+
Mainers experience food insecurity
1 in 5
Children face hunger in Maine
40%
Households headed by Black Mainers are food insecure
13.8%
Maine’s population who face hunger
42%
of Maine households could not afford the basic cost of living in 2022
Great things are not built alone. They require the right pieces, coming together with purpose. Right now, many families are facing the pressure of rising food costs and difficult choices. This Hunger Action Month, the Feeding America network is reminding communities that assembly is required. Farmers, advocates, volunteers and donors all play an important role in building a system that helps ensure neighbors have access to the food they need. Every action is a piece of the solution. When we come together, our individual efforts become part of a larger movement helping feed millions and strengthen communities. This Hunger Action month, assembly is required, your action is the missing piece.
Volunteer
Engage and Advocate
Donate
Online contributions are an efficient way to help end hunger in Maine. Every $2 can help provide food for four meals!
Virtual Food Drive
Organize a Virtual Food Drive right from your computer! Set up your fundraiser in a few easy steps, share the link with your network, and help raise critical funds needed to help all Mainers thrive.
Volunteer
Volunteering is a great way to give back. We rely on volunteers daily to help with essential tasks such as sorting and packing food donations, assisting with community cooking classes, administrative work, and more.