Good Shepherd Food Bank is a 501(c)(3) public charity established in 1981, based in Auburn, Maine. The organization works to eliminate hunger in Maine by sourcing and distributing nutritious food to people in need through a network of over 600 partner agencies across the state, including food pantries, meal sites, shelters, schools, afterschool programs, child care centers, senior centers, and health care sites.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$48.2M
-2.4% YoY
Annual Giving
$2.2M
-18.5% YoY
Grant Count
43
-54.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$50K
+80.0% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: The mission of Good Shepherd Food Bank is to promote food security in Maine by improving access to nutritious and culturally relevant food for people experiencing hunger, building strong community partnerships, and mobilizing the public to address the root causes of hunger.
Core Values:
- Partnership: Providing the best possible experience to everyone engaged with the organization, basing interactions on a foundation of equity, integrity, and humility
- Agility: Promoting an organizational culture that encourages new ideas, improvements, flexibility, and innovations
- Inclusion: Respecting the breadth of life experiences across communities served, holding people struggling with hunger at the center of decisions and actions
Primary Program Areas:
- Food Distribution: Sourcing and distributing food to partner organizations serving vulnerable populations
- School Pantry Program: Providing consistent access to nutritious food for students and families
- Kids Cafe: Afterschool meal and snack program operating in Bangor and Brewer
- Summer Food Service: Operating in Bangor and Brewer
- Cooking Matters Maine: Community cooking education program
- Sourcing Initiatives: Working with The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP)
Grantmaking
Good Shepherd Food Bank awards grants to partner organizations and agencies working to address hunger and food insecurity in Maine.
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Good Shepherd Food Bank operates exclusively in Maine, working through a network of 600+ partner agencies distributed throughout the state.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (Fiscal Year 2024):
- Total Assets: $48,213,426
- Total Revenue: $99,656,038
- Total Expenses: $102,360,072
- Total Liabilities: $2,880,000
- Number of Employees: 131
Impact Metrics (2024):
- Over 48 million pounds of food distributed
- Over 40 million meals provided
- 3.6 million pounds of food sourced locally
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $48,213,426 | $49,380,877 | $53,999,694 |
| Revenue | $99,656,038 | $78,671,561 | $81,382,745 |
| Expenses | $102,360,072 | $85,869,468 | $76,370,570 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $120,149 | $-321,967 | $-483,594 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
193 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
3 open opportunities from Good Shepherd Food Bank
Capacity Building Grants (Food Pantry/Partner Agencies)
Good Shepherd Food Bank
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Community Health and Hunger Program - Capacity Building Grants
Good Shepherd Food Bank
Amount
Up to $25,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Community-Driven Strategies to End Hunger Initiative
Good Shepherd Food Bank
Amount
Varies (example: $100,000 awarded to Somerset County cohort)
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition ($360,000), Harrison Food Bank ($207,597), Catholic Charities Maine ($157,791).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Augusta Food Bank Augusta, ME | Food distribution programs | $41,657 |
| Bethel Area District Exchange and Food Pantry Bethel, ME | Food distribution programs | $23,000 |
| Brewer Area Food Pantry-OHI Bangor, ME | Food distribution programs | $50,000 |
| Burlington Food Pantry Burlington, ME | Food distribution programs | $90,000 |
| Catholic Charities Maine Portland, ME | Food distribution programs | $157,791 |
| Catholic Charities Maine (Caribou Charter) Caribou, ME | Food distribution programs | $20,000 |
| Christine B Foundation Inc Bangor, ME | Food distribution programs | $80,000 |
| Community Clinical Services Inc Lewiston, ME | Food distribution programs | $20,510 |
| Cornville Athens Community Food Cupboard Cornville, ME | Food distribution programs | $6,200 |
| Cultivating Community Portland, ME | Food distribution programs | $10,000 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Kristen Miale serves as President of Good Shepherd Food Bank.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| John Bennett | Director | 1 | — |
| Tae Chong | Director | 1 | — |
| Jim Darroch | Director | 1 | — |
| Michelle Draeger | Director | 1 | — |
| Peter Forester | Director | 1 | — |
| Jason Fournier | Director | 1 | — |
| Marwa Hassanien | Director | 1 | — |
| Dora Ann Mills | Director | 1 | — |
| John Nutting | Director (end 9/2023) | 1 | — |
| Frank Pecoraro | Director | 1 | — |
| Odette Perriel | Director | 1 | — |
| Victoria W Rogers | Director | 1 | — |
| Andrea Sockabasin | Director | 1 | — |
| Bill Williamson | Director (end 6/2024) | 1 | — |
| Mary Wright | Director | 1 | — |
| Ben Sprague | Chair | 2 | — |
| Scott Maker | Vice Chair | 2 | — |
| Peter Richardson | Treasurer | 2 | — |
| Kate Rush | Secretary | 2 | — |
| Heather Paquette | President | 38 | $54,041 |
| Bryan O'Connor | VP, Finance & Administion | 37 | $136,805 |
| Matt Chin | President, Harvesting Good | — | $119,970 |
| Erin Fogg | Vice President, Development | 40 | $128,015 |
| George Fox | Vice President, Supply Chains | 40 | $124,796 |
| Nicole Nadeau | Vice President, People & Culture | 40 | $115,362 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Good Shepherd Food Bank earned a 4-star rating from an independent charity evaluator, recognizing the organization's sound fiscal management practices and commitment to accountability and transparency. This marks the second consecutive time the Food Bank has received this top distinction.
In 2024, Good Shepherd Food Bank distributed a record number of meals to Mainers in need. The organization announced 2024 Nourish and Flourish Grant awardees and issued capacity building grants to healthcare and school partners as part of its Community Health and Hunger Program.
Good Shepherd Food Bank Announces 2024 Nourish and Flourish Grant AwardeesSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Good Shepherd Food Bank fund?
**Mission:** The mission of Good Shepherd Food Bank is to promote food security in Maine by improving access to nutritious and culturally relevant food for people experiencing hunger, building strong community partnerships, and mobilizing the public to address the root causes of hunger. **Core Values:** • Partnership: Providing the best possible experience to everyone engaged with the organization, basing interactions on a foundation of equity, integrity, and humility • Agility: Promoting an or…
How do I apply for a grant from Good Shepherd Food Bank?
Good Shepherd Food Bank awards grants to partner organizations and agencies working to address hunger and food insecurity in Maine. **Recent Grant Programs:** • Nourish and Flourish Grant Program (2024 awardees announced) • Capacity Building Grants for healthcare and school partners • Community Health and Hunger Program Capacity Building Grants **Grant Activity:** The organization distributed approximately $1.5 million in grants to partners in recent grant cycles.
Where does Good Shepherd Food Bank make grants?
Good Shepherd Food Bank operates exclusively in Maine, working through a network of 600+ partner agencies distributed throughout the state.
What size grants does Good Shepherd Food Bank award?
In 2024, Good Shepherd Food Bank awarded 43 grants totaling $2.2M — an average of about $50K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Good Shepherd Food Bank's EIN?
Good Shepherd Food Bank's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 22-2986809. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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