Good Shepherd Food Bank
Auburn, Maine · EIN 222986809 · Private foundation
Based in Auburn, Maine, Good Shepherd Food Bank has awarded $10.4M across 409 grants in our index of public IRS filings, with giving recorded as recently as 2025. Its largest grant on record went to Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition. This public overview covers its focus areas, selected grant examples, and application guidance.
What Good Shepherd Food Bank funds
Good Shepherd Food Bank's giving carries a documented focus on food & agriculture.
Selected grant examples
Up to three historical grant examples from public IRS filings are shown below, ordered by amount. This sample is not a complete funding history.
| Recipient | Location | Grant | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition Food distribution programs | Portland, ME | $360K | 2024 |
| Maine Coast Fishermen's Association Food distribution programs | Brunswick, ME | $350K | 2025 |
| Cumberland County Food Security Council Food distribution programs | Portland, ME | $260K | 2023 |
How to apply for funding from Good Shepherd Food Bank
Good Shepherd Food Bank's public IRS filing does not spell out a formal application process. That does not establish that applications are open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it directly for current guidelines before preparing or sending a request. You can review the foundation directly at gsfb.org.
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Frequently asked questions about Good Shepherd Food Bank
- Does Good Shepherd Food Bank accept grant applications?
- Good Shepherd Food Bank's public filing does not specify an application process. A filing alone cannot confirm whether applications are currently open. Check the foundation's official website or contact it for current guidelines.
- What does Good Shepherd Food Bank fund?
- Good Shepherd Food Bank's grants focus on food & agriculture. Example recipients include Maine Immigrants' Rights Coalition, Maine Coast Fishermen's Association, Cumberland County Food Security Council. Up to three historical grant examples appear above. Full indexed grant histories require All access at $19/month.
- How much does Good Shepherd Food Bank give in grants?
- Good Shepherd Food Bank reported $4.7M in grants in an indexed IRS filing (FY2021). Across all years in our data it has awarded $10.4M over 409 grants.
- Where is Good Shepherd Food Bank located?
- Good Shepherd Food Bank is based in Auburn, Maine. Its IRS employer identification number (EIN) is 222986809.
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