On June 19, Heart of Maine Resource Center welcomed families from across the region to the Dexter Public Beach for our 2nd Annual Dexter Family Fun Day. What began as a beautiful sunny morning quickly transformed into a day of changing skies, but not even the clouds could keep people away from a day filled with fun, laughter, and community connection. The day started early as Tooney Looney Rentals arrived at 7:00 a.m. to deliver the attractions that would soon become the cent

Dear Neighbors, We’re grateful for the opportunity to continue connecting our community with food and supportive services. As we grow, we’re making an important transition to better serve you. Our last mobile food distribution will be Wednesday, May 6th. This distribution remains open to anyone. After this, we will begin transitioning to a new food pantry model at Dexter Town Hall, with services starting Wednesday, June 3rd. New Pantry Hours (by appointment only) Every Monday

Each year, National Volunteer Appreciation Week gives us the opportunity to pause and recognize the people who consistently and generously show up for others. At Heart of Maine Resource Center, volunteers are not just supporters of our work—they are the foundation that makes it possible. From packing food boxes each month to helping coordinate distributions, from lending their skills on home repair projects to planting, weeding, and harvesting fresh veggies, volunteers bring

When people think about hunger, they often picture crowded cities or large metropolitan areas. But food access challenges exist in rural communities too—sometimes in ways that are less visible. In towns across the Maine Highlands, many households work hard and contribute to their communities. Yet rising costs, long travel distances, and limited services can make it difficult to consistently keep their cupboards stocked. These challenges are not always obvious from the outside