Maine News, Events and Community Planning Data From 211 Maine

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211 Maine Celebrates 20 Years of Statewide Support

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine—211 Maine marked its 20th anniversary on July 7th with a celebration at The Opportunity Alliance, home to the state’s 211 contact center, recognizing two decades of helping Mainers find… Read More

Governor Mills Issues 211 Maine Day Proclamation

AUGUSTA, Maine— In honor of 211 Maine’s 20th anniversary, Governor Janet T. Mills issued a proclamation recognizing July 7, 2026, as 211 Maine Day. NOW THEREFORE, be it resolved that I, Janet… Read More

Maine State Legislature’s Joint Resolution Recognizing February as 211 Maine Month

AUGUSTA, Maine— With bipartisan support in the State House and Senate, this February was officially recognized as 211 Maine Month. 211 Maine is a vital resource across the State, helping individuals find… Read More

211 Maine Marks 20 Years of Helping Mainers Access Critical Services

AUGUSTA, Maine—For 20 years, 211 Maine has been a trusted resource for people across the state, helping individuals and families to find the services they need, when they need them. Every day,… Read More

Maine Food Resources for Delayed SNAP Benefits

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Service notified every state that there would be a delay in November funding for the Supplemental Nutrition… Read More

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