RURAL COMMUNITY ACTION MINISTRY
Mission Statement
RCAM reaches out to low-income people in 14 rural Central/Western Maine towns who are in need and assists them to help themselves, working to meet basic needs for safe, adequate shelter, clothing, food and basic well-being. RCAM’s two major programs focus on eradicating homelessness & hunger by providing crisis and prevention services to at risk of homelessness & food insecure rural people. in the towns we serve. Homeless prevention services include emergency fuel assistance, help with rent, mortgage, security deposits, utilities, budget counseling and work with at risk youth transitioning to adulthood. Hunger prevention activities include direct support to food pantries, community gardening, a gardening program to help families grow their own veggies, collaborations with local farmers, and senior transportation to farm stands, food pantries, and community meals.
Financial Overview — FY 2024
Impact
4 programs| Outcome / Program | People Served | Cost / Service | # Completed | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Permanently housed | 38 | $9.50 | — | Per Day |
| Emergency/crisis resolved | 1,713 | $220.00 | — | Per Year |
| Food Secure---nutritious food to feed family | 375 | $10.00 | — | Per Year |
| DEI knowledge increased-People viewed through DEI lens | 1,713 | $2.00 | — | Per Year |
Financial History
| Year | Revenue | Expenses | Net Assets | Program % | Staff |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $266K | $263K | N/A | — | 7 |
| 2023 | $351K | $346K | N/A | — | 8 |
| 2022 | $469K | $379K | N/A | — | 8 |
| 2021 | $421K | $348K | N/A | — | 9 |
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