Food Pantries

Food given out once a month.

The Augusta Food Bank is a 501© (3) organization. We partner with Good Shepherd Food Bank in Auburn to provide food to the needy. Some foods are purchased locally as necessary. Federal commodities are available from the Maine State Department of Agriculture. The US Postal Carriers Union Food Drive held each year in May provides a substantial amount of food at a critical time of year. We also benefit from the Spirit of America’s Make-A-Difference Day held each October. Throughout the year, there are multiple food drives throughout the community that support our efforts. We couldn’t operate without the support of the amazing individuals, businesses and congregations of the Augusta and Manchester communities.

There is a solution to Maine's hunger problem For every person who is currently in need, there are even more Maine citizens and businesses who are able and willing to reach out and give them a helping hand. Reaching out Since 1981, Good Shepherd Food-Bank has worked diligently to establish essential partnerships with many others concerned about ending needless hunger here in Maine. Be it an individual, church or civic group, small business or large corporation, by partnering together we have made huge strides towards our goal. We must not stop pressing ahead however in our efforts to conquer a problem of this importance and magnitude. Gathering millions of pounds of food each year! Good Shepherd Food-Bank relies on its solid relationships with Maine's food industry in order to obtain millions of pounds of food each year. Additionally, we secure yet more truckloads for the state of Maine from national food donors through our affiliation with Feeding America - formerly America's Second Harvest. Whether it's from a large food manufacturer or a local farmer donating excess produce, there are large quantities of food available, much of which would go to waste if it weren't for the Good Shepherd Food-Bank.