2027 goals
Good Shepherd Food Bank and the statewide network of 550 hunger-relief partner organizations are working toward a bold goal: everyone in Maine is food secure.
Hunger rates are at a nearly 10-year high and continue to grow. Without intervention, Maine could lose more than 20 million meals annually by 2028, putting enormous strain on local food pantries and communities.
In the year ahead, we will continue to distribute millions of meals while supporting local farms, advocating for long-term solutions, and strengthening the charitable food network.
We cannot do this work alone. With the help of donors, volunteers, and community members, we can ensure that nutritious food remains within reach for everyone in our state, while building a future everyone in Maine has the food they need to live a full and healthy life.
Awards, national rankings or recognition
- Awarded Healthcare Partner of the Year by Mount Desert Island Hospital in 2024
- Acknowledged with Community Impact Award from Maine Immigrant and Refugee Services (MEIRS) in 2024
- President Heather Paquette named Mainebiz Nonprofit Leader of the Year 2025
- Community Partnerships Officer Shannon Coffin named one of Mainebiz’s 2025 40 Under 40
- Distribution Manager Shawn Herr participated in Leadership Maine
Fundraising events/opportunities
- Create a Virtual Food Drive. Learn more about this creative way to engage employees, clients, and other groups in working towards a future where all Mainers are food secure.
- Design your own unique community fundraiser to help raise funds and awareness about the issue of food insecurity in our state.
- Host a cause marketing campaign by donating a portion of your product sales.
- Tune into the Feed Maine Telethon with NEWS CENTER Maine in May!
- Collect food directly for your local food pantries – partners are listed on our website under “Find Food.”
Giving opportunities
- Join Corporate Partners for a Hunger-Free Maine, a group of socially responsible corporations that support our mission through monetary gifts and/or food donations. A variety of recognition opportunities are available to celebrate your contributions!
- Start a recurring monthly donation or make a one-time gift online, through the mail, or by calling 207-782-3554.
- Include the Food Bank in your estate planning.
- Match your employees’ donations or volunteer time through our company match program.
Volunteer opportunities
- Corporations, school groups, community organizations, and more are welcome to volunteer at the Food Bank’s distribution centers in Auburn and Hampden.
- Volunteers make an impact through a variety of projects based on the present need.
- Volunteer at one of Maine’s 550 hunger-relief organizations located throughout the state. Locate the closest one to you under “Find Food” on www.feedingmaine.org.
