2020 Goals
- Distributing 25 million meals, 78% of which are categorized as nutritious “foods to encourage.”
- Opening a second distribution center in Hampden and completing our Food For All capital campaign.
Good Shepherd Food Bank has set a bold goal: By 2025, all food insecure Mainers will have access to the nutritious food they need to thrive, when and where they need it. This means an additional 8.5 million meals are needed – beyond the 25 million annually provided by the food bank and its partners.
Fundraising events/Opportunities
- Corporate Partnership Program
- Feed Maine Telethon with NEWS CENTER Maine
- The food bank hosts many regional events throughout the state during the year.
Giving Opportunities
- Businesses may join our Corporate Partnership Program with both cash and in-kind support to receive recognition and visibility at statewide events.
- Direct-mail appeals are sent multiple times throughout the year and donors can also give online at feedingmaine.com.
- Monthly or other recurring donation options are available online or by calling our office.
- Individuals and businesses may set up a Virtual Food Drive to raise funds. Visit www.gsfb.org/donate/vfd to learn more and start a food drive.
- Food donations are accepted and we encourage individuals and businesses to donate food to their local food pantries—you can find a partner pantry on our website under “Get Help – Food Map.”
- Log in online to your Clynk cans account to donate accumulating funds to Good Shepherd Food Bank, or shop AmazonSmile and select Good Shepherd Food Bank to receive a portion of your purchase.
Volunteer Opportunities
- Corporations, school groups, community organizations, and more are welcome to volunteer at the food bank distribution centers (Auburn and Hampden locations).
- Volunteers do a variety of different projects based on the present need in the warehouses. Volunteering could include helping us sort donated food, packing supplemental nutrition program boxes, or packing bags for our school programs.
- Volunteer at one of our 400 partner agencies located throughout the state.
