Financial Assistance

211 Maine

United Ways of Maine / The Opportunity Alliance

Statewide, Maine Information & Referral Service
Free, no cost No ID required

Free, confidential 24/7 helpline connecting callers to local resources for financial assistance, housing, food, utilities, healthcare, and more. Text your zip code to 898-211 or search online at 211maine.org.

Who can use this?

Available to all Maine residents. No income requirements, no identification needed.

About this resource

211 Maine is a free, confidential information and referral service. Trained specialists help callers identify and connect with local resources. Available in multiple languages.

Services offered

  • Financial assistance and rent help referrals
  • Utility and heating assistance connections
  • Food bank and food assistance program referrals
  • Healthcare and insurance enrollment help
  • Employment and job training referrals

What to expect

Dial 2-1-1 from any phone, text your zip code to 898-211, or visit 211maine.org. A trained specialist will connect you with local programs.

What to bring

No documents needed. Know your zip code.

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