Downeast Community Partners

11/13/2025

Today, Thursday, Nov. 13, is the THAW Radioton! ACAP/Community Action in Aroostook, ,Washington and Hancock Counites and Star97.7 are partnering up to raise donations to help provide vital fuel to warm the homes of seniors, families, and others in need when no other resources are available!

Donations can be made by calling 207-762-2674 or donating to https://acap-me.org/thaw/

Every dollar will stay in Washington and Hancock Counties to assist with fuel and connect recipients to supportive services, like budgeting help and workforce development, to prevent future crises.

Listen Live at https://star977fm.com/

11/11/2025

All Programs and Services will be closed on Tuesday, November 11 in observance of Veterans Day. Regular business hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12. Thank you, veterans, for your service!

11/04/2025

For the most updated information about community action in Hancock and Washington counties follow Community Action in Aroostook, Washington and Hancock Counties.

We understand the deep concern many are feeling about heating as colder weather sets in. Our team is experiencing an extremely high volume of calls, and we are working diligently to respond as quickly as possible.

We continue to process regular HEAP applications; however, payments on approved applications cannot be made until federal grant funds are received. At this time, we do not have ECIP emergency fuel assistance dollars available.

Due to limited resources, recently raised telethon funds (not all of which have been received yet) will be prioritized for households with elderly members and small children. We regret that we cannot meet the full level of need currently being seen.

We will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

10/29/2025

In response to the SNAP funding crisis, MFFM will continue providing Maine Harvest Bucks at farmers' markets regardless of whether your card has remaining funds.

When you show your EBT card at the Info Booth of any participating farmers' market, you'll receive $15 in Maine Harvest Bucks to spend on fresh produce. You can do this every time you visit the market in the month of November.

Maine Harvest Bucks is our statewide food access program that makes shopping at the farmers' market more affordable, and pays farmers the full retail value for their work.

Normally, when you spend SNAP/EBT at the farmers' market, you earn matching bonus Maine Harvest Bucks. SNAP shoppers are an essential part of the farmers' market community and we will do all we can to support you.

If you still have funds on your EBT card, you can continue spending them, and the regular Maine Harvest Bucks match is still in effect.

Find a list of all currently open participating farmers' markets at https://www.maineharvestbucks.org

Not a SNAP shopper, but want to help? We need you.
Maine Harvest Bucks is a highly efficient, effective food security and farmer support program. It empowers over 30,000 Maine households to eat more fresh, local food, and brings over $750,000 a year in direct, full-value sales to Maine farmers' market vendors. Learn more here: https://mainefarmersmarkets.org/emergency-maine-harvest-bucks-available/

10/13/2025

All Programs and Services will be closed on Monday, October 13 in observance of Indigenous Peoples Day. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, October 14.

10/08/2025

Efforts to establish a unified Community Action Agency serving Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock Counties are moving forward ahead of schedule, with key program transitions now complete and others well underway. The creation of a new, collaborative agency—anticipated to launch with a new name and...

10/06/2025

Seeking snow removal and lawn maintenance for 2025-2026 in Ellsworth and Harrington. Details at the link below.

Aroostook County Action Program—Community Action in Aroostook, Washington, and Hancock counties—is seeking proposals for snow removal and lawn maintenance for the 2025-2026 year. Duties will include snow plowing, shoveling, winter salt/sanding, and snow removal as needed throughout the winter a...

09/29/2025

Partners in helping our neighbors throughout Washington and Hancock counties: There is still time to register for a Home Energy Assistance Forums on September 30 or October 1.

Forum to educate local organizations on the need for home energy supports and available resources.

09/23/2025

Partners in helping our neighbors throughout Washington and Hancock counties: register for one these Home Energy Assistance Forums on September 30 or October 1.

Forum to educate local organizations on the need for home energy supports and available resources.

09/18/2025

Explore the supports At Home makes available for aging adults in Hancock County. Our goal is to make it possible for people to remain safely in their homes and communities as they age. For more information, contact us at (207) 374-5612.

09/05/2025

Downeast Community Partners (DCP) has announced the closure of its Transportation Services program by September 30, 2025, after decades of serving residents in Washington and Hancock Counties. Despite extensive efforts, the program is no longer sustainable due to declining volunteer numbers and financial challenges.

Please see press release for full details:

Tue, Sep 9th, 2025 News: Downeast Community Partners Announces Difficult Decision to Close Transportation Services by Sept. 30, 2025.