Final Food Drive Sculpture Contest | Portland Maine News

Ten years of creativity, community, and compassion came to a close as the United Way of Southern Maine wrapped up its final United We CAN food drive — turning canned goods into towering sculptures at Back Cove, all to feed 30,000 meals. With over 278,000 meals collected since 2014 and 120 unique art pieces built by 40+ local teams, this year’s event crowned Zachau Construction Most Creative, Holy Donut Judges’ Choice, and WEX Best in Show. But beyond the trophies and smiles, it underscored a sobering truth: nearly 40% of Maine households still struggle with basics like food, rent, and childcare. As the drive ends, United Way pivots to new strategies — because hunger won’t wait, and neither will the people who refuse to let it win. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: [email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.wmtw.com/article/united-way-of-southern-maine-holds-united-we-can-food-drive-in-portland/73794087 More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8ce7fa9fe5424d94 Report issues to [email protected].