Hallowell Food Pantry

05/23/2026

We want to send a big thank you to Maggie Paluski for her generous donation to the Hallowell Food Pantry🎉

Yesterday, Maggie delivered 139 pounds of groceries. She’s a regular, and it’s always wonderful to see her stop by on her way to work on Fridays.

Because she shops thoughtfully, our customers will be able to stock up on a great mix of tasty foods — thank you, Maggie💛

05/09/2026

Thank You, Hallowell!

Huge thanks to everyone who joined today’s Stamp Out Hunger drive for the Hallowell Food Pantry. We collected 360 pounds of food! 🥫❤️

What this means; It will help families in our community access basics and keep shelves stocked🙌

Thank you for your generosity and community spirit!

05/06/2026

📢📢This Saturday, the national Stamp Out Hunger food drive returns, and the Hallowell Food Pantry is proud to participate. All food collected in Hallowell stays in Hallowell and is distributed directly to local residents through our pantry.

How you can help:
Look for USPS letter carriers on Saturday as they collect donations along their routes. Prepare high-need items from our wish list to make your donation count.

What to donate (wish list items):
Hearty canned soups
Plain spaghetti
Canned beef ravioli
Canned beef stew
Canned tuna
Canned chicken
Baked beans
Alfredo sauce
Pancake syrup
Honey
Ground coffee
Instant coffee
Spaghetti sauce
Pasta – egg noodles, elbows, spaghetti
Macaroni & cheese
Ketchup
Mustard
Breakfast cereals
Peanut butter
Jams & jellies
Hot chocolate

Every donation stays in our community and helps families, seniors, and individuals facing food insecurity.
Stamp Out Hunger is a simple, meaningful way to support neighbors who rely on the pantry year-round.

Event details:
Date: This Saturday, May 9
Pickup method: USPS carriers will collect along routes in Hallowell
Time: Carriers will collect during their usual routes (no action needed beyond placing items out for pickup)

Thank you to USPS carriers, volunteers, and donors who keep Hallowell fed and thriving❤️ Please share this post to spread the word—every can, box, and jar helps!

05/03/2026

Thank You to the West Gardiner Rod and Gun Club!

They recently donated an amazing 511 pounds of food to the Hallowell Food Pantry. We’re incredibly grateful for their generosity and community spirit.

A big shout-out to Tim Guerin for delivering the donation. Your effort helps us stock shelves and support families in need.

04/25/2026

We had a lovely morning with a wonderful group of Hallowell Food Pantry volunteers at the Feed Me 5K! The weather was perfect, and it was heartwarming to gather with our community at Capitol Park before we hit the Kennebec River Rail Trail. Thank you to Maine State Credit Union and everyone who joined us in the effort to end hunger in Maine. ☀️🚶‍♀️🚶‍♂️✨

04/06/2026

🎶 A Heartfelt Thank You from Hallowell Food Pantry! 🎶

Yesterday’s concert was a resounding success, thanks to our amazing community. The music was outstanding🎻and because of your generosity, we raised $1,305 to support families in need.

A huge shout-out to everyone who attended, donated, and helped make the event possible. And, a special thank you to Anne McKee and the talented musicians from Capitol Strings🎉 Your support directly impacts our neighbors and keeps shelves stocked for those who rely on us.

We’re excited to share this short video clip from yesterday!

Thank you from the Hallowell Food Pantry Team💛

04/03/2026

💙Appreciation Post💙Thank you to Kennebec Savings Bank for their recent donation to the Hallowell Food Pantry. We truly appreciate your continued support and commitment to helping our community.

Your generosity helps us provide food and resources to those who need it most, and we’re truly grateful to have you as a partner in this work. 💙

03/31/2026

💚💙Please join us in thanking Stacey Dow and the Maine State Credit Union for generously supporting our food pantry through their annual Ending Hunger Campaign👏👏👏We were absolutely delighted to attend their Ending Hunger breakfast today and look forward to the annual Feed ME 5k Walk coming up on Saturday, April 25 on the Rail Trail in Augusta💙💚

03/21/2026

Join us for an afternoon of music, community, and giving back! 🎻✨

On April 4 at 4:00 PM, Capital Strings presents Vivaldi’s Four Seasons at the Hallowell City Hall Auditorium—all in support of the Hallowell Food Pantry.

This special benefit concert features the talented young musicians of Capital Strings, Pineland Suzuki School’s advanced student ensemble, under the direction of Hallowell resident, Anne McKee. It’s a wonderful opportunity to experience incredible live music while helping a great cause.

🎶 Suggested donation: $10 per person; $25 per family
💛 All proceeds support the Hallowell Food Pantry

Bring your friends, family, and neighbors—let’s come together to celebrate music, support our community, and make a difference!

Capital Strings will be presenting a benefit concert for the Hallowell Food Pantry on April 4th here in the auditorium at City Hall. A fun afternoon of music for a wonderful cause... hope you can join us!

03/01/2026

Meet Galyna Syrota from Belle Boulangerie on Water Street in Hallowell and hear why she’s inspired to lend her support to our Pantry:

“We know that many people are in need, and I like the idea of sharing... none of us know when we may be the ones looking for help.”

Please join us in thanking Galyna Syrota and Belle Boulangerie for their delicious donations to the Hallowell Food Pantry🙏💛