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Blood Drive and Community Involvement in Bangor Maine

Support winter donations and food pantry donations for those in need

Winter in the Penobscot Valley brings unique challenges, making community support more vital than ever.

 

Here are several ways you can contribute to local organizations this season.

 

🩸 Blood Drive at Bangor Red Cross Blood Donation Center

 

📍 900B Hammond Street, Bangor

 

Blood donations are critically needed during the winter months.

 

Appointments are encouraged.

 

Bangor Area Homeless Shelter

 

📍 263 Main Street, Bangor

 

Current needs: Winter gloves, men's jeans (waist sizes 30-36), men's boxer briefs (new), and men's sweatpants (large or x-large).

 

Bangor Food Pantry

 

📍 28 High Street, Bangor

 

Current needs: Pasta, pasta sauce, peanut butter, cereals, canned tuna, and canned fruit.

 

Bangor Humane Society

 

📍 693 Mt. Hope Avenue, Bangor

 

Current needs: Dry pet food, cat litter, and volunteers for winter care.

 

Brewer Food Pantry

 

📍 Congregational Church, Church Street, Brewer

 

Current needs: Canned goods, pasta, peanut butter, and hygiene items.

 

Loaves & Fishes Food Pantry

 

📍 St. Mary's Catholic Church, Orono

 

Current needs: Non-perishable food donations; serves Orono and nearby towns.

 

Old Town Food Pantry

 

📍 St. Joseph's Parish, Old Town

 

Current needs: Pantry staples and volunteers.

 

Hampden Food Pantry

 

📍 St. Matthew's Church, Hampden

 

Current needs: Food donations; winter demand remains high.

 

Hermon Food Pantry

 

📍 Hermon Baptist Church, Hermon

 

Current needs: Canned meals and hygiene items.

 

Holden Food Cupboard

 

📍 Town Office, Holden

 

Current needs: Pantry staples; drop-off during office hours.

 

Veazie Community Food Pantry

 

📍 Community Center, Veazie

 

Current needs: Food and personal care items.

 

Milford Community Food Pantry

 

📍 Milford

 

Current needs: Non-perishable food and paper goods.

 

Eddington Community Assistance

 

📍 Community Hall, Eddington

 

Current needs: Winter clothing and heating-related support.

 

By participating in these initiatives, you can make a meaningful impact in your community during this challenging season.

 

For more information on how to get involved, please contact the respective organizations directly.

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