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So, what this does NOT address is the issue of staffing, or lack thereof! Maybe let a few unhoused folks live there, and then you'll have some staff! PLUS, the other issue is how far away from the downtown #PortlandME area (5 miles) it is! The same with #MaineNeeds (4 miles), where folks can get tents and clothing. Everything used to be centralized at #PrebleStreet, downtown, but noooo. Can't have homeless folks setting up tents near Whole F*cking Foods, can we?!!

Portland adds criteria to open emergency warming shelter after it failed to open during blizzard

The shelter will now open during blizzard and ice storm warnings, and there are procedures if a forecast changes quickly

by Adam Bartow, Mar 5, 2026

Excerpt: "The decision to activate the warming shelter with less than 48 hours' notice will be determined by the availability of staff needed to safely operate the facility."

Read more:
https://www.wmtw.com/article/portland-adds-criteria-emergency-warming-shelter-failed-open-blizzard/70610751

cc: @newsbot

#Maine #PortlandMaine #Homeless #Unhoused #Houseless #EmergencyShelters #WarmingShelters #StaffingIssues

#MaineNeeds #DreamList for Winter 25/26

by: Heather Tracy

"Baby it's cold outside! We can't keep these items in stock and need your help to ensure all Mainer's are cozy and cared for this fall and winter!"

https://www.dreamlist.com/list/pealrbdtaezelba2adljfatiaa#

@newsbot

#Maine #Mainers #MutualAid #MainersHelpingMainers #Houseless #Homeless
#Unhoused #Donations #PrebleStreet

#Unhoused Gear

ACCEPTING:
Tents
Sleeping bags
Sleeping mats
Personal sized coolers
Water bottles
Adult backpacks, duffel bags
$5-10 DD gift cards
Smartphones (w/ charger)

https://www.maineneeds.org/donations

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#Maine #Mainers #MainersHelpingMainers
#Unhoused #Donations #PrebleStreet

#MaineNeeds - We strive to get basic, essential resources to those who need them most.

DONATION HOURS:
Tuesday 10am-1pm, 6pm-8pm
Thursday 10am-1pm
Saturday 10am-12pm

Location:
Maine Needs
2385 Congress Street
Portland, ME 04102

Please bring donations to the doors around the back of the building. We’ll meet you inside to sort through your items together!

What we need - DONATION Guidelines:

Give like you are giving to your best friend - washed and in great condition, no stains, tears or pet hair. No formal wear or business attire, no political, religious or crude language. PLEASE NO BIG, BLACK TRASH BAGS- please sort into smaller reusable grocery bags, paper bags or other totes.

Please note:

If you have something to give that isn’t specifically listed here, you can always ask a volunteer at drop off to sort through your donations with you. We can generally take in season clothing for all ages/sizes unless specifically stated otherwise.

If you have items we can’t accept, we will do our best to help you find another place to donate to."

https://www.maineneeds.org/donations

#Maine #Mainers #MainersHelpingMainers
#Unhoused #Donations #PrebleStreet

#PortlandME - #PrebleStreetResourceCenter - #FoodDonationsNeeded

Food & Pantry Top Needs

- Ground coffee
- Jelly (smaller jars preferred)
- Juices
- Canned meats (tuna, chicken and Spam)
- Marinara sauce (jars or flip top cans)
- Canned black beans (flip top cans preferred)
- Dried pasta of any kind
- Hearty canned or jarred soups
- Canned or jarred stews (beef stew, chili with meat, vegetarian options, etc.)
- Oatmeal (especially microwaveable and flavored packets)
- Hot Chocolate packets
- Ensure Protein Shakes
- Cheese (especially American and Cheddar)
- Soft granola bars
- Cereal
- Pancake mixes
- Snack items (microwave popcorn, packaged nuts, chocolate covered raisins/almonds, yogurt covered raisins/almonds, etc.)
- Condiments (salad dressings, mustard, mayonnaise, ketchup, oil & vinegar)
- Pickles
- Holiday treats/snacks

WHEN AND WHERE TO DONATE
Food

Food Security Hub
75 Darling Ave, South Portland
Pantry Entrance (left side of the building)
7 days a week: 9am-3pm

Non-food items [see next post]

#MaineNeeds
2385 Congress Street, Portland, ME

https://www.preblestreet.org/you-can-help/in-kind-donations/

#Maine #Mainers #MainersHelpingMainers #Unhoused #FoodInsecurity #Donations #PortlandME #PrebleStreet