NEWS & UPDATES
Preble Street receives $1 million to focus on food insecurity in Maine
Hunger in Maine has grown substantially since the pandemic began and Preble Street is on track to provide over 1 million hot and pantry meals for the third year in a row. Because of this drastic increase in demand for food, Preble Street launched its new Food Security Hub in South Portland, a sustainable, comprehensive,
Volunteer reflections
An incredible 1,108 volunteers donated over 13,500 hours of their time to Preble Street this year to help support Mainers experiencing hunger and homelessness! It takes many, many hands to accomplish all we do — including providing over 1 million meals each year and ensuring people living outside have the clothing and gear they need
Top stories from 2022
It’s incredible what can be accomplished when we work together for the greater good, and 2022 was another example of that here at Preble Street. From opening brand-new programs like the Elena’s Way Wellness Shelter to celebrating milestone anniversaries of programs like the site-based Housing First program Huston Commons to continuing to expand and improve the facilities we opened
All In: The Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness
Today, the Biden-Harris administration released a federal plan for ending homelessness in America that includes an ambitious goal of reducing homelessness 25% by 2025. All In: The Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness outlines new strategies to prevent homelessness and increase the supply of housing with supportive services. “We have a homelessness crisis
10 Things to Know about Youth Homelessness in Maine
November is National Homeless Youth Awareness Month. Educate yourself and your community about the issue of youth homelessness and what we can do to end it in Maine! In 2022, at least 1,500 youth and young adults experienced the tragedy of homelessness in Maine; in fact, more than 30% of Maine’s homeless population is under the age
Preble Street Votes: Election Guide!
November 8 is Election Day and it is important for everyone to get out and vote! Here are some key things to remember for Maine voters: YOU DON’T NEED A HOME TO VOTE! You can register to vote on Election Day Early voting is available until November 3 at your local town hall/city clerk’s office
Homeless Voices for Justice gets out the vote!
“For there to be meaningful policy change, the rules have to be crafted somewhat by the people who are impacted most.” – Jim Devine, Homeless Voices for Justice Advocate Over the past week, Homeless Voices for Justice (HVJ) hosted its annual Candidates Forums. This year’s forums offered a chance for Portland City Council candidates and
Opening of Elena’s Way
“I friggin’ love it here!” – Elena’s Way Wellness Shelter client On a Tuesday in early October, the first guests entered the long-awaited Elena’s Way Wellness Shelter. They were greeted by a wide-open space filled with natural light, soothing colors and art on the walls, and their very own bed. Preble Street caseworkers gave them
Homeless Voices for Justice hosts Candidate Forums Friday, October 21, and Monday, October 24
Homeless Voices for Justice (HVJ) is holding their 2022 Candidate Forums as part of their You Don’t Need a Home to Vote campaign. The forums will feature candidates for Portland City Council and the Maine State House of Representatives. These forums allow candidates to listen to, answer the questions of, and learn from a constituency
Tune in on Monday, November 21, for the 17th Annual Stuff the Bus!
Join Preble Street and local radio stations – 98.9 WCLZ, Coast 93.1, and Rewind 100.9 – on Monday, November 21, 2022, from 5 a.m. to 10 a.m. for the 17th annual ‘Stuff the Bus.’ This year’s event is virtual, so all you need to do is tune in to one of those stations! Thank you
Preble Street partners with landlords to help find permanent housing for people in need
Preble Street says there’s been a lot of need for help and more permanent housing. That’s why they are always looking to partner with landlords. “We have case management,” Preble Street Director of Rapid Re-Housing Erin Kelly said. “We have financial landlord incentives. And we really do work to be great partners with local landlords.
New non-traditional 24/7 shelter, ‘Elena’s Way,’ to open in Portland in mid-October
Preble Street’s new 24/7 shelter is set to open next week as a non-traditional model to help people struggling to find stable housing. “Elena’s Way” will offer 40 beds as permanent spaces for people experiencing homelessness. Staff will target those who either cannot or will not stay in the city’s shelters, such as those with
