Our Programs
Targeted support to meet the specific needs of our community members facing food insecurity.
Care Packages
Our Care Packages program provides weekly non-perishable food support delivered directly to seniors and families facing food insecurity. We carefully curate these packages to ensure they contain nutritious, easy-to-prepare items that provide comfort and sustenance.
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Mission for Nutrition
Mission for Nutrition is our dedicated student weekend meal program. Currently supporting 94 students weekly, we provide child-friendly, nutritious food for the weekend to ensure they return to school on Monday ready to learn, play, and thrive.
Support This ProgramDisaster Relief
When unexpected crises or natural disasters strike our local area, our Disaster Relief program activates to provide emergency food relief and rapid response support. We work quickly to ensure displaced or heavily impacted neighbors have immediate access to nourishment.
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Recipe Kits
Providing hands-on meal kits that teach cooking skills and help individuals and families create healthy, nourishing meals at home. Each recipe kit includes simple ingredients, easy-to-follow recipes, and basic kitchen tools to help build confidence in the kitchen.
Support This ProgramSummer Backpack Package Pickups
Families enrolled in our summer backpack package program can pick up their food packages at the following locations and times.
Mildred L. Day School
Beginning June 17, packages will be available for pickup at Arundel Town Hall.
Pickup Times:
- • Wednesdays: 1:00 PM – 5:30 PM
- • Thursdays: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Pickup Contact:
Wendy Lank
Social Services Office
Consolidated School
Beginning June 17, packages will be available at the Kennebunkport Public Health Building.
Pickup Times:
- • Wednesdays after 12:00 PM
Pickup Contact:
Jennifer Brooks, RN
Kennebunk Schools
Beginning June 23, packages will be available at:
The Community Gourmet
6 Brown Street
Kennebunk, ME
Pickup Times:
- • Tuesdays: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- • Thursdays: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Pickup Contact:
The Community Gourmet
Questions about pickup locations or times?
Please contact The Community Gourmet for assistance.
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Every contribution helps us provide immediate food support, educational resources, and long-term hope to neighbors facing food insecurity.