Community Aid

Community aid services in Bangor, Maine, include immediate assistance for housing, utilities, and food through city-specific General Assistance (207-992-4530) and local nonprofits like Penquis, the Salvation Army, and the Bangor Area Homeless Shelter. Residents can call 211 for referrals to services. If links are unavailable please google for the phone numbers. We will continue updating this page as more resources become available.

 

• General Assistance (City of Bangor): Provides aid for basic necessities like rent, food, and utilities for qualified residents.

• https://comcareme.org/give-to-community-care/

• Penquis: A major regional community action agency focusing on transportation, housing, and emergency services.

• Food Pantries and Soup Kitchens:

• https://www.maine.gov/dacf/ard/food-assistance/tefap/Penobscot.shtml

• Salvation Army Food Pantry (65 South Park St.): Available Monday–Friday by appointment.

• Bangor Area Homeless Shelter (263 Main St.): Food pantry open Tuesday and Thursday.

• Ecumenical Food Cupboard (28 High St.): Open Tuesday and Thursday.

• Housing and Social Services:

• Habitat for Humanity

• Bangor Rental Assistance Program: Aids those with mental health or substance abuse issues.

• Community Care: Offers adult case management for housing and financial support.

• First Step Pregnancy Resource Center: Located on Harlow St.

• Mental Health & Specialized Support:

• OHI (formerly Opportunity Housing Inc.): Provides community support programs, especially for people with disabilities.

• Care & Comfort: Offers home health and behavioral health services.

• Resource Referral: Dial 211 for statewide, confidential, 24/7 information on health and human services, including fuel assistance. 

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Emergency & Daily Support

• Bangor Community Action Team (BCAT): A resource for homelessness response.

• Red Cross (Eastern Maine): Provides disaster relief and emergency services.

• Goodwill (Bangor): Offers thrift store items and community support services. 

For immediate needs, it is recommended to call the organization first, as some services require appointments. 

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Women and Children Shelter

Spruce Run Association Administration

Shaw House