How To Support & Donate
Your contribution nourishes neighbors, strengthens farms, and builds a more equitable food system for our great state of Maine.
DONATE NOW
Your generosity fuels our mission—every gift helps get fresh, local food to those who need it most while supporting the farmers who grow it.
Please consider giving generously today, and if you can, make your impact last all year by becoming a monthly donor.
Together, we can nourish our community and strengthen our local food system.
Looking to Donate by Check? Please make it payable to Farms for Food Equity and mail to:
21 Wells Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Tax ID / EIN#: 84-4711656
EVENTS
1 MILLION POUNDS & COUNTING!
Since 2020, Farms for Food Equity has been working with Maine farmers to purchase fresh, surplus and second-grade produce that might otherwise go to waste—and get it to food pantries and community organizations in Maine.
Together, we’ve now moved 1 MILLION POUNDS of fresh Maine produce from local farms and contributed to 1.8 MILLION MEALS for neighbors who need it most. And we think that’s worth celebrating!
Join us at our Annual Fall Harvest event featuring local Maine food + drink prepared by Big Tree Catering, one-of-a-kind auction items (coming soon!), a wine pull, and a whole lot of fun as we celebrate this incredible milestone.
Thursday, November 5, 2026 6:00PM-8:00PM
Big Tree Catering at Local 188
685 Congress St, Portland, ME
Come raise a glass, raise some money, and help us keep it GROWING!
THANK YOU to our Event Sponsors,
Partners & Host who make this all possible!
Event Sponsors: CPRC Group, Lee Auto, Titan Mechanical
Food & Beverage Partners: Rosemont Market & Bakery, Winter Hill Farm, Oxbow Brewing Company, National Distributors, Harbor Fish Market, Royal River Oysters, Jordan's Farm, Six River Farm, Two Farmers Farm & Goranson’s Farm
Event Host: Big Tree Catering
Bring your friends and family! We’ll celebrate how far we’ve come and kick off fundraising for the next million pounds of fresh Maine produce.
When purchasing your tickets, please consider joining the
HOST COMMITTEE!
HOST A FRESH FOOD DRIVE
Farms for Food Equity’s Fresh Food Fundraisers are a fresh twist on the classic canned food drive—literally.
Instead of collecting shelf-stable goods, your school, business, or community group can raise funds that FFE uses to buy fresh, local vegetables directly from Maine farms, delivering them straight to families in need.
This approach not only puts healthier, more nutritious food on tables, but also supports local farmers and keeps our food system strong.
With just $10 providing 20 pounds of potatoes or $50 supplying 75 pounds of squash, your fundraiser can make a big, immediate impact—feeding neighbors and strengthening farms at the same time.
PARTNER WITH US AS A FUNDING SPONSOR
Our funding sponsors—businesses, foundations, and philanthropic organizations—play a critical role in ensuring fresh, local food reaches those who need it most while strengthening the viability of Maine’s small farms.
As a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, your contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, making your investment both impactful and financially beneficial.
By partnering with us, you’re not only fueling hunger relief with healthier options, you’re also supporting the local economy, building community resilience, and showcasing your organization’s commitment to social good.
Together, we can turn generosity into healthy harvests for all.
MORE WAYS YOU CAN MAKE AN IMPACT
🍎 Buy Local
Choose local whenever you can. Shop at farmers markets and co-ops, subscribe to a CSA, and look for local labels in stores. Encourage schools, hospitals, and businesses to source food from nearby farms.
💚 Support Local Food Movement
Give to nonprofits like FFE that buy from small farms and deliver fresh food to those who need it most. Invest in food hubs and organizations that connect farmers to schools, restaurants, and food pantries.
📣 Advocate for Change
Support policies that fund small farms, protect farmland, and improve food access. Speak up for zoning, land access, and public procurement programs that prioritize local food.
🙌 Stay Connected
Follow us on social media, sign up for our newsletter, or host a fundraiser in your community. You can even join our board or volunteer your time and skills.
THANK YOU!
Thank you for standing with us in the fight against food insecurity and in support of local farms. Your generosity and belief in our mission make it possible to connect fresh, nourishing food with the communities that need it most. Together, we’re building a more equitable and sustainable food system.
Farms for Food Equity is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization.
Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.