Fundraising Opportunity

Grace–Street Ministry has been invited to take part in the 2010 Feinstein Challenge. Alan Feinstein of Rhode Island has, for 13 consecutive years, divided $1million annually among agencies who have addressed hunger and the needs of the poor. From March 1 to April 30 ANY donation to Grace-Street Ministry will be added to by Alan Feinstein.


This is a wonderful opportunity to enrich your donation and help those who have severe challenges. Join the Feinstein Challenge and Grace–Street Ministry, donate any amount to Grace-Street Ministry, PO Box 7967, Portland, ME 04112, today.

Ways to Help

Many times, Pastor Mair is asked "How can I help?" after she speaks at a church, or other community event.  Here's a list of things folks can contribute:

Year-round

• Dunkin Donuts Gift Cards (at least $4 per card)
• Subway Gift Cards
• Prepaid Cell phone cards
• Back packs
• Clothing: Socks, Packages of underwear (see season lists, below)
• Personal Hygiene items: Small soaps, lotions, shampoos, Deodorant
• One can also volunteer to walk with Pastor Mair or be an occasional  shopper or help with transportation as needed

Spring/Summer

• Water bottles
• Tarps
• Lightweight rain ponchos
• Tee shirts
• Hooded sweat shirts
• Sneakers (new)

 Fall/Winter

• Gloves (no mittens, please)
• Coats (especially XL-4X)
• Boots (new or slightly used)
• Chap sticks
• Warm socks