As more than 160,000 Mainers stand to lose their SNAP benefits in November, and thousands more residents have been furloughed or are working without pay due to the federal government shutdown, several restaurants, eateries, and markets around the state are stepping up to offer free or discounted food to those in need.
If you are interested in taking advantage of these programs, please contact the restaurant or market directly to confirm that food is still available.
If you know of other establishments offering food assistance that are not included here, please add a comment below or contact us at [email protected].
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### Southern Maine
– **Ogunquit:** The Greenery Cafe
– **Scarborough:** Moe’s BBQ
– **South Portland:** Taj Indian Cuisine
– **Windham:** Hailey’s Kitchen
– **Yarmouth:** Maggie Mae’s
### Central Maine
– **Waterville:** Only Pans
### Lewiston-Auburn
– **Auburn:** Family Time Dine and Play, J&H Pizza, Marvelous Macarons, Nutty Netties Cafe
– **Lewiston:** Just-In-Time Recreation, Sam’s Italians
### Midcoast
– **Bucksport:** Bucksport Nutrition
– **Camden:** Megunticook Market and Catering
– **Rockport:** Fresh Off the Farm
### Downeast
– **Ellsworth:** Provender Kitchen + Bar
### Farmers’ Markets
(Information about farmers’ markets offering assistance can be included here if available.)
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We encourage everyone in need to reach out and take advantage of these community resources during this difficult time.
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