Food support,
around Augusta.
Find food pantries, community meals, and help with groceries in or around Augusta.
Find food help near you
Food resources around Augusta
Local listings and statewide options. Contact the organization before visiting.
No local matches here yet.
This doesn’t mean help isn’t available. Try all support, explore another town, or use the help below.
Call 211 Maine-
Augusta Food Bank
161 Mt Vernon Ave, Augusta, ME 04330
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.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Wed 12:30-3:30 PM (appt); Thu 8-10 AM (open to all)
- Who this helps
- Monday-Wednesday service is limited to residents of Augusta and Manchester by appointment. Thursday surplus distribution is open to anyone regardless of where you live. No appointment needed.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Bread of Life Soup Kitchen
157 Water Street, Augusta, ME 04330
Free hot breakfast and lunch served Monday-Friday. Serves 100-150 meals daily to anyone in need. No ID or proof of income required.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon-Fri: Breakfast 8:30-9:30am, Lunch 11am-12:30pm
- Who this helps
- Anyone in need. No restrictions.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Salvation Army Capital Region
36 Eastern Avenue, Augusta, ME 04330
Food pantry open four days a week. Also provides emergency financial assistance for rent, utilities, and heating fuel on a case-by-case basis.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri: 9am-12pm and 1-2:30pm
- Who this helps
- Anyone in the community facing need.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Good Shepherd Food Bank
Statewide support
Find a local pantry through the Food Map. The Auburn warehouse is not a walk-in pantry.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Food pickup hours vary by partner program. Check your selected pantry or meal site.
- Who this helps
- Each partner program has its own service area and intake arrangements. Contact the pantry or meal program you choose to ask whether it serves your household.
Confirm details with the organization.
-
Maine WIC Program
Statewide support
Food benefits, nutrition guidance and breastfeeding support for eligible pregnant and postpartum people, infants, and children under five. Start with your local WIC clinic.
Hours & eligibility
- Listed hours
- Appointment times vary by local clinic. Call the office serving your county.
- Who this helps
- WIC serves eligible Maine residents during pregnancy and after birth, infants, and children younger than five. Parents and guardians can apply for children in their care. MaineCare, SNAP or TANF can establish income eligibility; WIC still checks the other program requirements.
Confirm details with the organization.
Start with Maine’s SNAP application.
SNAP can help eligible households pay for groceries. Maine’s official application site explains what to provide and lets you apply online.
Listings may include nearby communities. Contact the organization to confirm its current location, hours, and who it serves.
Before you visit
A quick call can help you know what to expect.
1. Check the hours
Hours can vary. A quick call can save you a trip.
2. Ask what to bring
Some programs may ask you to bring an ID or other information.
3. Confirm who the service supports
Programs serve different individuals and families.