The Locker Project operates food distribution programs, with an emphasis on fresh produce, in partnership with schools and social services agencies in the Portland, Maine, area. Fresh food and staples are procured from community donations, Good Shepherd Food Bank, local farms and supermarket rescue. The warehouse in South Portland can accept donations on weekdays with notice. A list of needed items is on the website, along with opportunities for the public to access free fresh produce. We cannot serve the public from the warehouse.
Our entrance is at the rear of the building. We are typically open M-F 8:30 to 4:30.
ProducePedia
ProducePedia is a free resource that covers the types of fresh produce that can be delivered to food pantries. Each entry includes information on color, taste, and possible uses. People unfamiliar with the vegetable or fruit will learn how to use it, and those who are familiar with it still might learn a fun fact or two!
The Cooperative Extension sites have a wealth of information for any backyard gardener. Once you go to the site (each one if very different from the others) look for a link for “homes and gardens”, “landscape”, “consumer horticulture”, etc. to find information on improving your backyard garden. Neighboring state sites may offer information your own state’s site lacks.
