Published on : 1/13/2026
The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation has awarded $212,000 in grants to support 19 nonprofit organizations across Northern New England. These grants reflect the Foundation’s mission to strengthen local communities by enabling nonprofit organizations to deliver educational and economic opportunities, critical services, and create meaningful impact across the region.
“These nonprofits are tackling some of the most pressing challenges facing Northern New England — from food security and heating assistance to workforce development and access to essential health services,” said Bob Montgomery-Rice, President and CEO of Bangor Savings Bank. “By supporting their efforts, we’re advancing the Foundation’s mission to build thriving and vibrant communities.”
Among the recipients are organizations leading transformative work in their communities, including the Mark Stebbins Community Center, which is set to open in the fall of 2026 and provide collaborative services for children and families on the West Side of Manchester, NH. With a $125,000 multi-year grant ($25,000 over 5 years) from The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation, the Center will unite key partners to address critical needs, including economic stability, education, food, healthcare, social services, and housing.
“This investment helps us realize a dream of creating a hub where families can access essential services under one roof,” said Jeanine Tousignant, Project Facilitator for the Mark Stebbins Community Center. “It’s about building stronger communities and brighter futures for generations to come.”
In Bangor, ME, Preble Street received a $6,000 grant to provide basic needs and intensive casework to individuals experiencing homelessness and complex needs at Hope House. As one of only five privately operated adult low-barrier shelters in Maine—and the only one north of Waterville—Hope House is also Preble Street’s first 24/7, year-round program outside Portland.
“Hope House provides more than just a place to sleep. Staff provide trauma-informed care and harm reduction, housing navigation services, case management, healthy and nutritious meals, and more,” said Heather Davis, Private Grants Director at Preble Street. “This support helps us provide more Mainers with the stability and hope they need to move out of homelessness.”
Grants were also awarded to:
$15,000
Winslow Community Cupboard
Winslow, Kennebec County, ME
Winslow Community Cupboard is a volunteer-powered food bank dedicated to reducing hunger and food insecurity for children and families in the Winslow area. With support from this grant, the Cupboard will install a new cooler and freezer, doubling its storage capacity, streamlining volunteer efforts, and enabling the organization to offer more fresh produce through its on-site pantry and mobile outreach initiatives, reaching even more neighbors in need.
Additional Grant Recipients Include:
Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences | $15,000 ($7,500 over 2 years)
East Boothbay, Lincoln County, ME
CHIP, Inc. | $5,500
Newcastle, Lincoln County, ME
Christine B. Foundation, Inc. | $15,000 ($7,500 over 2 years)
Bangor, Statewide, ME
CityHope of New Hampshire | $12,500
Concord, Merrimack County, NH
Eastern Area Agency on Aging | $5,500
Brewer, Penobscot County, ME
Ellsworth Free Medical Clinic | $5,500
Ellsworth, Hancock County, ME
FocusMaine | $50,000 ($25,000 over 2 years)
Augusta, Statewide, ME
Maine Development Foundation | $50,000 ($12,500 over 4 years)
Augusta, Statewide, ME
MaineHealth | $100,000 ($25,000 over 4 years)
Portland, Statewide, ME
Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program | $5,500
Brunswick, Sagadahoc County, ME
New Generation | $10,000
Greenland, Rockingham County, NH
Partners for Peace | $5,500
Bangor, Penobscot County, ME
Penobscot Community Health Care (PCHC) | $20,000
Belfast, Waldo County, ME
The Friendly Kitchen | $5,500
Concord, Merrimack County, NH
The Salvation Army | $5,500
Bangor, Penobscot County, ME
Trinity Jubilee Center Inc. | $7,500
Lewiston, Androscoggin County, ME
To learn more about The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation and its commitment to strengthening communities across Northern New England, visit www.bangor.com/the-bangor-savings-bank-foundation
About Bangor Savings Bank
Bangor Savings Bank, with over $7 billion in assets, offers retail banking, business and comprehensive commercial banking, payment and corporate services, HR and payroll technologies, and merchant solutions. Wealth management, investment, and financial planning services are offered through Bangor Wealth Management, a division of Bangor Savings Bank, and Bangor Wealth Management of New Hampshire, LLC, a New Hampshire trust company and wholly-owned subsidiary of Bangor Savings Bank. Investment information can be found at bangor.com/investments.
Headquartered in Bangor, Maine, the Bank was founded in 1852 and is in its 173rd year, and currently has 70 branches in Maine and New Hampshire and business and/or loan production offices in Maine, New Hampshire, and Massachusetts. Bangor Savings Bank and The Bangor Savings Bank Foundation invested more than $3.6 million into the region through sponsorships, grants, and partnership initiatives last year. Bangor Savings Bank is an equal-opportunity employer. To learn more, please visit us at bangor.com. Member FDIC | Equal Housing Lender.
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