The role of SNAP quietly underpins financial stability for many families in our region. It’s more than a safety net: it’s part of the infrastructure that helps families and communities thrive— and it complements the work we do here at HMRC every month. A Brief History of SNAP The roots of SNAP reach back to the 1930s, when surplus agricultural products and widespread economic hardship intersected during the Great Depression. In 1939 the first food-stamp program was launched a

Food insecurity isn’t about failure. It isn’t laziness or bad choices. It’s life—and sometimes life throws challenges that are beyond...

by Carol Sherburne, Board Member During my nearly 30 years as a public school teacher, I witnessed moments that shaped me forever. One...

Board Members Trampas and Joline helping at HMRC's monthly food distribution September is Hunger Action Month—a time to come together as...

In the Maine Highlands, children are growing up surrounded by beauty, resilience, and community. But far too many are growing up without...

Every month, more than 300 of our neighbors in the greater Dexter area come through Heart of Maine Resource Center’s food distribution....

(Dexter, ME) - Maine Highlands Federal Credit Union announces a gift of $25,000 to the Heart of Maine Resource Center in Dexter, ME. This...

The Dexter Community Garden plays an important role in increasing access to fresh, locally grown produce in the area. Each summer,...

While May 24th was a rainy day in Central Maine... ... a group of supporters came together to host the first annual Dexter Fun Day in the...

Celebrating Volunteer Appreciation Week at Heart of Maine Resource Center Every act of service is a seed. Some are planted...

Dexter ME – The Heart of Maine Resource Center announces a gift awarded by the Skowhegan Savings Charitable Foundation in the amount...

The holiday season is a time for family, celebration, and delicious food. It’s also a great opportunity to engage children in making...

At Heart of Maine Resource Center, we know the transformative power of generosity. Each year, on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving,...

At Heart of Maine Resource Center, our mission to connect neighbors with essential resources feels particularly urgent today as food...

When we first stepped foot into the building at 6 Main Street, we felt and knew that it was more than just four walls and a roof—it was...

Have you recently checked out our permanent location at 6 Main Street? We are excited to share that we have begun construction on our...

We are excited to share that we are developing a newsletter to share news about our organization with you! Click on the attatchemnt below...

What is a client-choice food center? A client-choice food center is a type of food distribution method in which community members come in...

Exciting things are beginning to happen here at the Heart of Maine Resource Center. This summer we received several grants that will help...

At the beginning of the year, The Heart of Maine Resource Center received tax-exempt status through the IRS. This enables us to access...