CMP Helps Stock the Shelves for Maine Families Through Camp Out Hunger

Companywide food drive supports the Capital Region Salvation Army and Maine families in need 

 

 

Augusta, ME – November 4, 2026 – Central Maine Power (CMP), a subsidiary of Avangrid, is proud to continue its support of the Camp Out Hunger Food Drive. Through companywide collection efforts, CMP employees donated several shopping carts filled with food to help local families in need. The eighth annual event is Central Maine’s largest annual food drive, helping the Capital Region Salvation Army stock its shelves with food for local families. 

 

“I’m always proud to see how quickly our employees step up when there’s an opportunity to help our neighbors,” said Linda Ball, President and CEO of CMP. “Camp Out Hunger brings people together for a simple but incredibly important purpose: making sure Maine families have food on the table. We’re proud to support that mission and grateful to everyone who donated.” 

 

This year, Camp Out Hunger is working to fill two tractor-trailers with nonperishable food donations to help local families in need. The drive will also collect pet food and kitty litter to support the Kennebec Valley Humane Society and Spectrum Generations’ AniMeals program. 

 

“CMP’s continued support of Camp Out Hunger makes a meaningful difference for the families we serve,” said Captain Keith Davis with the Capital Region Salvation Army. “Donations of everyday essentials help keep our shelves stocked, and monetary gifts can have an incredible impact because our purchasing partnerships allow us to stretch every dollar even further. We’re grateful to CMP and its employees for continuing to step up and help us provide food and assistance to Maine families who need it most.” 

 

Donations will be collected through Friday, November 6, 2026, at Sam’s Club in Augusta. 

 

Throughout 2026, CMP employees have volunteered with food banks, pantries, and community organizations across Maine, including Mid Coast Hunger Prevention Program, Winthrop Food Pantry, Augusta Food Bank, Bethel Area District Exchange and Food Pantry, Waterville Area Soup Kitchen, Wayside Food Programs, and Preble Street.