Financial Assistance

The Opportunity Alliance

South Portland, Maine Community Action Agency & Anti-Poverty Programs
Free, no cost

Cumberland County's community action agency providing energy assistance, housing stabilization, food access, and economic mobility programs. Also operates Maine's 211 information and referral service.

Who can use this?

Income-eligible Cumberland County residents.

About this resource

The Opportunity Alliance is one of Maine's largest community action agencies, working to end poverty in Cumberland County. They provide direct services, advocacy, and operate 211 Maine, the statewide information and referral hotline.

Services offered

  • Energy and heating assistance
  • Housing stabilization
  • Food access programs
  • Economic mobility programs
  • 211 Maine information and referral
  • Head Start and child care

What to expect

Call or email [email protected] to get started. Staff will assess your needs and connect you with appropriate programs.

What to bring

Proof of income, identification, utility bills for energy assistance.

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