Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals

Food Assistance in Maine. Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Maine to be referred to the food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. From outside the state, or if 2-1-1 will not connect from your phone, call 877-463-6207. Run by 211 Maine. Call centre hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Phone: 211

Website: https://211maine.org

Good to know: Phone verified from 211 Maine's own 211 site at 211maine.org on 2026-10-07. Statewide — county = NULL so it shows for every part of the state.

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Frequently asked questions about Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals

How do I contact Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals?

You can call Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 in Maine. Their website is https://211maine.org.

What services does Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer?

Dial 2-1-1 free from anywhere in Maine to be referred to the food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal programs nearest you, and for help with housing, utilities, and child care. From outside the state, or if 2-1-1 will not connect from your phone, call 877-463-6207. Run by 211 Maine. Call centre hours: 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Are services at Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals free or low-cost?

Many community food assistance providers offer free, sliding-scale, or Medicaid-covered services. Call Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to confirm pricing, accepted insurance, and any income requirements before your visit.

Does Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals offer services in other languages?

Call Maine 211 - Food Assistance Referrals at 211 to ask about languages supported. Many providers offer Spanish-language services or interpretation. The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline supports English and Spanish 24/7 (press 2 for Spanish).

What if I'm in crisis right now?

If you or someone you love is in immediate danger, call 911. For mental health emergencies, call or text 988 — the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1; LGBTQ+ youth press 3.

In crisis? Call or text 988 for free, 24/7, confidential support. Veterans press 1. For immediate danger call 911.