Food distribution services in Maine

Winter Foundation Inc is a non-profit organization located at 19 Dexter Avenue in Auburn, Maine. Our mission is to provide support and resources to individuals and families in need during the cold winter months. We offer a range of services including food assistance, shelter referrals, and winter clothing donations. Our dedicated team of staff and volunteers work tirelessly to ensure that no one goes without the necessary resources to stay warm and safe during the winter season. Join us in our efforts to make a positive impact in our community and help those in need.

Liberation Farms, located at 1002 Gardiner Road in Wales, Maine, is a food store and community farming program dedicated to providing new American farmers with access to sustainable food production resources. The institution's mission is to empower marginalized communities to grow healthy, culturally-appropriate foods for themselves and their families. Liberation Farms promotes food justice by offering fresh, chemical-free produce to combat food insecurity and enhance the economic, social, and cultural vibrancy of Lewiston, ME. The program supports Somali Bantu Family Farmers by providing land, seeds, training, technical assistance, and marketing opportunities. Farmers receive 1/10 of an acre to grow food for themselves and their families, with the option to self-organize into Iskashito groups for cooperative growing. Liberation Farms distributes high-quality vegetables, including specialty and rare varieties, at farmers markets and farm stands.