Equity and Impact

The Communities of Color Emergency Fund was born out of the Food Bank’s response efforts to help support the work of communities of color, Indigenous, refugee, immigrant, and asylum-seeking populations-led organizations in times of crisis to help address unanticipated and emergency food needs among their communities.

Eligibility: Organizations primarily led by and working with communities of color, Indigenous, refugee, immigrant, and asylum-seeking populations in the state of Maine.

Funding Level: Based on need and available funds.

Application Period: Year-round on a rolling basis.

Grantmaking Timeline: The Equity and Impact Team will make a determination in a timely manner, usually within two weeks.

There are many holidays and observances celebrated throughout the year, which often include cultural cuisine and meals that play an important role in bringing communities together.

Eligibility: Organizations primarily led by and working with communities of color, Indigenous, refugee, immigrant, and asylum-seeking populations in the state of Maine.

Funding Level: Up to $5,000 per organization per year, fiscal year, beginning in July and ending in June.

Application Period: Year-round on a rolling basis.

Grantmaking Timeline: Up to one month, please submit applications in a timely manner.

Application Instructions: We advise organizations to apply a few months in advance of a holiday or observance so that funds may be available in advance of the celebration.