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Acadia FCU has completed the distribution of $98,824.09 to food pantries, meal programs, shelters, and hunger relief organizations throughout Aroostook County and the greater Bangor region, following record-breaking 2025 fundraising for Maine Credit Unions’ Campaign for Ending Hunger.
Their 2025 efforts raised $103,024.09, surpassing the $100,000 milestone for the first time and exceeding their previous year’s total by more than $22,000. That total includes qualifying in-kind contributions and other hunger-related donations reported to the Maine Credit Union League. After accounting for those non-cash contributions, $98,824.09 in cash was available for distribution to local organizations this year. Acadia FCU ranked third among all Maine credit unions for total funds raised and second statewide for per-member contributions.
“At Acadia, supporting our communities is at the heart of who we are,” said Joey Cannan, President & CEO of Acadia FCU. “Reaching this milestone reflects the generosity of our members, the support of our community partners, and the incredible dedication of our employees, who work throughout the year to raise funds and make a meaningful difference for local families in need. Together, we’re helping ensure our neighbors have access to the food and support they need.”
Organizations receiving funding this year include:
- Aroostook Area Agency on Aging Meals on Wheels Program (Presque Isle)
- Ashland Food Pantry (Ashland)
- Bangor Area Homeless Shelter (Bangor)
- Brewer Area Food Pantry (Brewer)
- Eastern Maine Area Agency on Aging (Brewer)
- First Assembly of God Food Pantry (Fort Kent)
- Fish River Rural Health Food Shelf (Eagle Lake)
- Greater Fort Kent Ecumenical Food Pantry (Fort Kent)
- Manna Ministries Food Pantry (Bangor)
- MSAD #33 Take Home Program (St. Agatha)
- Notre Dame du Mont Carmel Food Pantry (Madawaska)
- Our Lady of the Valley Parish Food Pantry (St. Agatha)
- Safe Place Food Cupboard (Corinth)
- The Salvation Army (Bangor)
- St. John Vianney Parish Food Pantry (Fort Kent)
The funds will help these organizations provide groceries, emergency food assistance, meals for homebound seniors, student take-home food, and other essential services for individuals and families facing food insecurity throughout Acadia FCU’s service area.
Acadia FCU works year-round on behalf of the Campaign, with efforts driven by employees, members, local businesses, and community supporters who share a commitment to helping neighbors facing food insecurity. Every dollar distributed provides direct support to local organizations working to fight hunger close to home.