Maine Equal Justice
@maineequaljustice.bsky.social
Just 1 week left to get these greeting cards as a thank you for supporting MEJ’s Next Step Fund! Our dream is to have enough funds so that not only are community leaders compensated, but we also have enough to help with emergencies like the SNAP crisis. Donate here: vist.ly/4eynr (1/4)
November 18, 2025 at 1:29 PM
Just 1 week left to get these greeting cards as a thank you for supporting MEJ’s Next Step Fund! Our dream is to have enough funds so that not only are community leaders compensated, but we also have enough to help with emergencies like the SNAP crisis. Donate here: vist.ly/4eynr (1/4)
Maine Equal Justice statement on the end of the shutdown: "Playing games with food and health care is an unjust, ugly business. Mainers with low income, who are living with hunger, chilly homes, unfilled prescriptions, or on the edge of an eviction, should never be pawns on DC’s game board...."(1/4)
November 13, 2025 at 12:49 PM
Maine Equal Justice statement on the end of the shutdown: "Playing games with food and health care is an unjust, ugly business. Mainers with low income, who are living with hunger, chilly homes, unfilled prescriptions, or on the edge of an eviction, should never be pawns on DC’s game board...."(1/4)
"But beyond the short-term impact of funds being cut off due to the government shutdown, changes to SNAP in “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will eliminate an estimated $187 billion in federal spending from SNAP through 2034."
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
November 12, 2025 at 2:01 PM
"But beyond the short-term impact of funds being cut off due to the government shutdown, changes to SNAP in “The One Big Beautiful Bill Act” will eliminate an estimated $187 billion in federal spending from SNAP through 2034."
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
Full story from @mainepublic: vist.ly/4dyw6
11/7 5 pm: GOOD NEWS about SNAP! "Maine DHHS will issue full November SNAP benefits beginning on November 10 through November 14 -- the State's standard schedule for issuing benefits."
vist.ly/4de65
vist.ly/4de65
November 7, 2025 at 9:51 PM
11/7 5 pm: GOOD NEWS about SNAP! "Maine DHHS will issue full November SNAP benefits beginning on November 10 through November 14 -- the State's standard schedule for issuing benefits."
vist.ly/4de65
vist.ly/4de65
"As a family physician serving individuals who are unhoused or unstably housed, I witness firsthand the profound impact that access to adequate nutrition has on health and well-being." - Dr. Garrett Fontaine, a Family Medicine Physician who practices in Waterville and Augusta (1/2)
November 7, 2025 at 7:21 PM
"As a family physician serving individuals who are unhoused or unstably housed, I witness firsthand the profound impact that access to adequate nutrition has on health and well-being." - Dr. Garrett Fontaine, a Family Medicine Physician who practices in Waterville and Augusta (1/2)
"This is my family's refrigerator. Tokens of how proud I am of my children cover the outside- but especially during the holiday season- I know that it's what's on the inside that matters. SNAP benefits matter to my family."
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
November 6, 2025 at 5:02 PM
"This is my family's refrigerator. Tokens of how proud I am of my children cover the outside- but especially during the holiday season- I know that it's what's on the inside that matters. SNAP benefits matter to my family."
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
- Lou, a mom from Steuben
⚠️ Email state legislators: vist.ly/4d75x
The SNAP crisis is not over. Call Senator Collins' office today at (202) 224-2523 or with the link below and ask her to apply pressure to the White House and her colleagues in Congress to fully fund SNAP so Mainers can afford their groceries this month.
vist.ly/4d39p
vist.ly/4d39p
November 5, 2025 at 9:29 PM
The SNAP crisis is not over. Call Senator Collins' office today at (202) 224-2523 or with the link below and ask her to apply pressure to the White House and her colleagues in Congress to fully fund SNAP so Mainers can afford their groceries this month.
vist.ly/4d39p
vist.ly/4d39p
⚠️ SNAP Action alert! A storm is on Maine families’ doorsteps right now, and food banks cannot stand in for SNAP benefits. If the federal government won’t act, Gov. Mills and State legislators have the power to call a special session to use the Rainy Day fund. Add your voice! vist.ly/4cfsr
October 31, 2025 at 7:04 PM
⚠️ SNAP Action alert! A storm is on Maine families’ doorsteps right now, and food banks cannot stand in for SNAP benefits. If the federal government won’t act, Gov. Mills and State legislators have the power to call a special session to use the Rainy Day fund. Add your voice! vist.ly/4cfsr
This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for Maine, which is why we're joining with @fullplates.bsky.social and @mecep.bsky.social to call on Gov. Mills and the Legislature to convene a special legislative session.
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
October 30, 2025 at 7:12 PM
This is an all-hands-on-deck moment for Maine, which is why we're joining with @fullplates.bsky.social and @mecep.bsky.social to call on Gov. Mills and the Legislature to convene a special legislative session.
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
Tap our emergency Rainy Day fund; this is what it's for.
Read more: vist.ly/4cbgh
"Our members of Congress must press the Trump Administration to immediately release SNAP contingency funds and transfer additional federal funds to SNAP to avoid any reduction in November benefits." Op-ed with @fullplatesfullpotential @preblestreet: vist.ly/4bvt9 #mepolitics
October 27, 2025 at 3:55 PM
"Our members of Congress must press the Trump Administration to immediately release SNAP contingency funds and transfer additional federal funds to SNAP to avoid any reduction in November benefits." Op-ed with @fullplatesfullpotential @preblestreet: vist.ly/4bvt9 #mepolitics
"According to @centeronbudget, the Trump Administration...has the ability to fund SNAP through November by activating SNAP’s contingency fund or 'use the discretionary authority it used to transfer funds into WIC earlier this month...to augment...funding.'" vist.ly/4bgk9
October 23, 2025 at 1:54 PM
"According to @centeronbudget, the Trump Administration...has the ability to fund SNAP through November by activating SNAP’s contingency fund or 'use the discretionary authority it used to transfer funds into WIC earlier this month...to augment...funding.'" vist.ly/4bgk9
📣 SNAP UPDATE 10/22: With 170,000+ Mainers relying on federally-funded SNAP to afford groceries and meals, people are understandably worried about the shutdown and November's benefits. This is a quickly changing situation and MEJ will share more info as soon as we have it. Go to: vist.ly/4bbws
October 22, 2025 at 1:34 PM
📣 SNAP UPDATE 10/22: With 170,000+ Mainers relying on federally-funded SNAP to afford groceries and meals, people are understandably worried about the shutdown and November's benefits. This is a quickly changing situation and MEJ will share more info as soon as we have it. Go to: vist.ly/4bbws
Because of the federal shutdown, many Mainers who work for or with the federal government are going without paychecks and looking for help. If you are impacted, you may qualify Unemployment benefits or short term loans. Read Maine Peer Workforce Navigator's guide to learn more: vist.ly/4ary2
October 17, 2025 at 12:32 PM
Because of the federal shutdown, many Mainers who work for or with the federal government are going without paychecks and looking for help. If you are impacted, you may qualify Unemployment benefits or short term loans. Read Maine Peer Workforce Navigator's guide to learn more: vist.ly/4ary2
@portlandpressherald has a deeper look at how harmful changes to SNAP (food assistance) are going to hit ME families and communities. Many groups are working together to offer information & food, but ME will be hungrier for this change. vist.ly/4amrg
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
October 16, 2025 at 1:14 PM
@portlandpressherald has a deeper look at how harmful changes to SNAP (food assistance) are going to hit ME families and communities. Many groups are working together to offer information & food, but ME will be hungrier for this change. vist.ly/4amrg
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Updated SNAP guide: vist.ly/4amrk
👉 Reminder to apply by Oct. 26! Maine Equal Justice is seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/4ahjs
October 15, 2025 at 1:26 PM
👉 Reminder to apply by Oct. 26! Maine Equal Justice is seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/4ahjs
Only four more days to choose a gift as a thank you for donating to the Next Step Fund! You can choose between stickers, a T-shirt, or a greeting card pack (with art by our Organizing Director Allina Diaz!) - or get all three: vist.ly/4afkm
October 14, 2025 at 8:36 PM
Only four more days to choose a gift as a thank you for donating to the Next Step Fund! You can choose between stickers, a T-shirt, or a greeting card pack (with art by our Organizing Director Allina Diaz!) - or get all three: vist.ly/4afkm
📣 SNAP (food assistance) work reporting requirements have changed & MEJ has updated guidance for Mainers who may need to report their work and volunteer hours to keep their food assistance. It's important to check if the changes apply to you, so you don't lose your SNAP! 👉 Info: vist.ly/49yvq
October 10, 2025 at 12:33 PM
📣 SNAP (food assistance) work reporting requirements have changed & MEJ has updated guidance for Mainers who may need to report their work and volunteer hours to keep their food assistance. It's important to check if the changes apply to you, so you don't lose your SNAP! 👉 Info: vist.ly/49yvq
📣 We're seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/49puf
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
October 8, 2025 at 1:26 PM
📣 We're seeking an attorney to provide civil legal representation to low-income Maine residents, with a primary focus on eviction defense and other housing-related matters. More info: vist.ly/49puf
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
Applications will be accepted until October 26, 2025 or until the position is filled.
We have merch! Through Oct 17, we have stickers, T-shirts, and greeting card packs by donation to support the Next Step Fund.
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
October 7, 2025 at 1:26 PM
We have merch! Through Oct 17, we have stickers, T-shirts, and greeting card packs by donation to support the Next Step Fund.
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
The fund supports community leaders who know poverty firsthand & our organizing work for justice!
As a thank you, we'll send you a gift of your choice: vist.ly/49jfa
New Census data about poverty was released last week. Year after year, we post news about the ups and downs. Progress is possible (we see it all the time!) But as a country, we've been way too willing to accept inequality, for way too long. Read more on our blog: vist.ly/46yem
September 16, 2025 at 12:39 PM
New Census data about poverty was released last week. Year after year, we post news about the ups and downs. Progress is possible (we see it all the time!) But as a country, we've been way too willing to accept inequality, for way too long. Read more on our blog: vist.ly/46yem
🗞️🗞️ We're proud to share our annual newsletter - flip through a digital copy with federal updates, state legislative session in review, team updates, and new staff. Thanks for being a supporter & we look forward to working together toward economic security for all in Maine! vist.ly/45mua
September 4, 2025 at 3:47 PM
🗞️🗞️ We're proud to share our annual newsletter - flip through a digital copy with federal updates, state legislative session in review, team updates, and new staff. Thanks for being a supporter & we look forward to working together toward economic security for all in Maine! vist.ly/45mua
School is staring but you still have time to spend your SUN Bucks!
SUN Bucks expire 122 days after being issued (for most this is Mon Oct. 6) - be sure to spend your benefit before it expires!
Need to check the balance on your card or order a new one? Call the Pine Tree Card line: (800)-477-7428.
SUN Bucks expire 122 days after being issued (for most this is Mon Oct. 6) - be sure to spend your benefit before it expires!
Need to check the balance on your card or order a new one? Call the Pine Tree Card line: (800)-477-7428.
September 3, 2025 at 1:27 PM
School is staring but you still have time to spend your SUN Bucks!
SUN Bucks expire 122 days after being issued (for most this is Mon Oct. 6) - be sure to spend your benefit before it expires!
Need to check the balance on your card or order a new one? Call the Pine Tree Card line: (800)-477-7428.
SUN Bucks expire 122 days after being issued (for most this is Mon Oct. 6) - be sure to spend your benefit before it expires!
Need to check the balance on your card or order a new one? Call the Pine Tree Card line: (800)-477-7428.
🚨 This month, hundreds of Maine families had their SNAP benefits stolen electronically. If you have SNAP, steps to take/links are in the comments. #mepolitics
August 21, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🚨 This month, hundreds of Maine families had their SNAP benefits stolen electronically. If you have SNAP, steps to take/links are in the comments. #mepolitics
⚠️ Around 300 Maine families had their SNAP (food assistance) benefits stolen this week. It’s completely unfair that Congress has not funded updates to protect against thefts AND refuses to help families who had their benefits stolen. Full links, recs for SNAP users on our Facebook and Insta pages.
August 15, 2025 at 3:57 PM
⚠️ Around 300 Maine families had their SNAP (food assistance) benefits stolen this week. It’s completely unfair that Congress has not funded updates to protect against thefts AND refuses to help families who had their benefits stolen. Full links, recs for SNAP users on our Facebook and Insta pages.
Read this @portlandpressherald story *all the way through.* Kelli Austin, a mom and EJPC advocate with two jobs and many more roles in her community in Waterville, shares just how much harm Congress is doing to MaineCare (Medicaid). Congress has to fix this! vist.ly/43g9n #mepolitics
August 15, 2025 at 12:09 PM
Read this @portlandpressherald story *all the way through.* Kelli Austin, a mom and EJPC advocate with two jobs and many more roles in her community in Waterville, shares just how much harm Congress is doing to MaineCare (Medicaid). Congress has to fix this! vist.ly/43g9n #mepolitics