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Good Shepherd Food Bank / Thrive365

Give monthly to help all year long!

As a member of our Thrive365 monthly giving program, your automatic, recurring gift can have a big impact for children, families, and older Mainers. Help provide enough nutritious food so everyone in our communities can thrive.

Become a monthly donor
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Our Impact

39m

Meals distributed last year

600+

Hunger-relief partners
statewide

3.6m

Pounds of food
sourced locally

2,200

Thrive365 members

Why give monthly?

Become a part of Thrive365 today and start enjoying:

  • Less mail:
    We won’t have to send as much mail asking for gifts because they will be automatically deducted from your checking or credit account at the rate you specify.
  • Better budgeting:
    By deciding your giving in advance, you will be able to easily manage your personal budget while providing consistent income that helps the Food Bank plan for the future.
  • Making a difference:
    You’ll get satisfaction knowing you’re helping Maine communities all year long.
  • Being a member of a community:
    When you become a Thrive365 member, you join a passionate group of supporters, dedicated to ending hunger in Maine.
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Two women in black shirts and a man in a blue shirt pose with food boxes at a pantry distribution

“ Good Shepherd Food Bank’s coveted 4-star rating puts it in a very select group of high-performing charities. Supporters should feel confident that their hard-earned dollars are being used efficiently and responsibly. ”
– Michael Thatcher, Charity Navigator

“ In the 42 years since Hannaford Supermarkets helped found the Food Bank with JoAnn Pike, we’ve never seen a need like there is today. Let’s not let another generation pass us by. Let’s end hunger now. ”
– Mike Vail President of Hannaford Supermarkets

“ Thank you for all the time, talent and hard work that you devote to the people of Maine! ”
– Anonymous Donor

“ Thank you for the work you’re doing in this area to feed our fellow citizens. ”
– Donor from Portland, Maine

“ Thanks for all your good work. Food insecurity is a huge issue in Maine. ”
– Donor from Deer Isle, Maine

“ Thank you for helping the hungry Mainers in need. I have needed help in the past and was able to get food for my table. I was living in Massachusetts at the time and was able to eat good food from the local food pantry.  ”
– Donor from Mount Vernon, Maine

“ Thank you for providing such a wonderful and much needed service.  ”
– Donor from West Kennebunk, Maine
    Two girls putting apples in bags

    Join Thrive365 today!

    Think of the impact you’ll make for Mainers experiencing hunger when $1 can help provide two meals.

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