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Our Amazing Donors & Partners
At the Good Helper Foundation, we are deeply grateful for the incredible generosity of our donors and grant funders. Your compassion and support are the fuel that drives our mission of addressing homelessness and food insecurity among Maine’s immigrant and refugee population.
Our Funders
Maine Community Foundation
Through multiple grant rewards, MCF has empowered us through one-on-one coaching, professional development, and operational funds.
Through this much-needed support, we’ve become more organized and better able to comply with state and federal requirements. This, in turn, better enables us to meet our mission and help our community.
Good Shepherd Food Bank
This grant allowed us to support immigrants and low-income families struggling with food insecurity. We used the funds for our food distribution program, which provides nourishing and traditional foods, while also supporting local small businesses and farmers.
Grass Roots Fund
This grant allowed us to support immigrants and low-income families struggling with food insecurity. We used the funds for our food distribution program, which provides nourishing and traditional foods, while also supporting local small businesses and farmers.
Fidelity Charitable
GHF was able to use these grant funds to finish the application for the boarding house project by paying the state fees for the planning board approval.
Vermont Mutual
GHF was able to use these grant funds to finish the application for the boarding house project by paying the state fees for the planning board approval.
Maine Assocation of Nonprofits
This association’s generous donation provides essential scholarship training to our executive director.
Elmina B. Sewall Foundation
This grant enables us to implement our Driving License Project by helping to cover the costs of professional driving lessons, vehicle maintenance and insurance, and educational materials.
Bangor Savings Bank Foundation
This grant empowers us to expand access to driver training opportunities.
Maine State Credit Union
This donation helps to support our current projects.
Our Partners
The Change You Make Possible
Thanks to your contributions, we are able to provide life-changing resources to those in need.
These resources include:
- Boarding house for families, including single mothers, experiencing homelessness.
- Food distribution programs that provides nutritious groceries, specific to each family’s cultural background.
- Housing assistance to help individuals navigate Maine’s rental landscape and provide short-term rental subsidies
We Have the Power to Impact the Future for Many, and We’re Doing Something About It
We are truly humbled by your unwavering commitment to helping our neighbors in need. Your support is an inspiration, and together, we are building a brighter future for Maine’s immigrant and refugee communities.
Ways to Get Involved
In addition to your generous financial contributions, there are many other ways to support the Good Helper Foundation:
- Volunteer your time and skills.
- Organize a fundraising event in your community.
- Spread awareness about our work by sharing our story on social media.
With deepest gratitude,
The Good Helper Foundation Team
Recent Activities
Theano Jean: A Journey of Hope and Resilience
In 2025, Theano Jean Guybert, a Haitian immigrant living in Maine, faced a devastating blow when his work permit was suspended, and his Temporary Protected Status (TPS) was canceled. With no legal ability to work, he struggled to meet his family's basic needs....
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Thank you Bangor Savings Bank-Fueling the Drive to Independence
We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to Bangor Savings Bank for their generous contribution to our "Drive to Independence" program. Their support will make a real difference by helping single mothers gain access to reliable transportation — enabling them to...
Drive to Independence: Empower Single Moms campaign
We have launched our "Drive to Independence" campaign on Paypal to offer 20 hours of free driving instruction to single moms striving for self-sufficiency. Your support will help us reach our $10,000 goal, covering costs for: Professional driving lessons Vehicle...
Exciting News: Transportation Support Now Available!
We’re thrilled to share an important update with our community! As part of our ongoing commitment to removing barriers and empowering individuals, we now have a van available to assist those without personal transportation in getting to their...
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Good Helper Foundation
28 State Street
Suite 2B
Gorham, ME 04038
How we use it
Donations are used to support our many programs, which include...
- Transitional shelter expenses
- Rental assistance
- Food distribution
- Case managers
- Rental application fees
Physical donations of nonperishable food, clothing, and furniture are also appreciated!
Get in Touch
646.775.5266
info@good-helper-foundation.org
28 State Street
Suite 2B
Gorham, ME 04038
Our Mission
Through advocacy, education, and financial assistance, Good Helper Foundation helps immigrants build fulfilling lives with dignity.
The Good Helper Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization. EIN: 88-2775541. All donations are tax-deductible.
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