Find free food, pantries, soup kitchens, SNAP application help, and nutrition programs across Maine. No one should go hungry — these resources are free and available to everyone.
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Preble Street
Serves hot meals daily, no questions asked. One of the largest meal programs in Maine. Clothing closet, case management, and on-site healthcare also available.
Wayside Food Programs
Fights hunger through community meals at partner sites and mobile food pantries that deliver groceries to underserved neighborhoods across Southern Maine. Volunteer-driven model serving hundreds of free meals weekly.
Good Shepherd Food Bank
Maine's largest hunger-relief organization, distributing food to 600+ partner agencies statewide. Use their online Food Map at gsfb.org to find a pantry near you. Also offers Cooking Matters nutrition education classes.
The Salvation Army
Food pantry providing groceries to Portland-area residents by appointment. Client-choice model lets you select your own food, including fresh proteins and culturally appropriate options. Case management and clothing vouchers also available.
Good Shepherd Food Bank Network
Community food pantry serving Bangor residents. Fresh produce, dairy, meat, and pantry staples available weekly. No income verification required.
Trinity Jubilee Center
Free hot lunch served Monday-Saturday, food pantry on Wednesdays, day shelter, resource center with free medical clinic, and refugee integration program. Serves 1,000+ clients weekly in the Lewiston-Auburn area.
Augusta Food Bank
Food distribution for Augusta and Manchester residents by appointment, plus a free Thursday surplus distribution open to anyone. KidsPak program feeds 350+ school children monthly. Home delivery for homebound individuals.