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Welcome to the Maine Recovery Council for opioid abatement resources
The Maine Recovery Council was established pursuant to the Maine State Subdivision Memorandum of Understanding (PDF) and Agreement Regarding Use of Settlement Funds and Title 5, section 203-C. The purpose of the Council is to direct the disbursement of funds within the Maine Recovery Fund for specific uses throughout the state to address the opioid crisis in Maine. Examples of approved uses are reversing overdoses through naloxone or other FDA-approved drugs, expanding the availability of medication assisted treatment for Mainers struggling with opioid use disorder, helping Mainers avoid opioid use through evidence-based prevention programs, and providing additional special education resources to Maine school administrative units.
All meetings of the Council are held in-person, unless otherwise specified on the Council meeting notice and agenda. Council meetings are open to the public and members of the public are permitted to attend to observe but not participate unless otherwise specified on the Council meeting notice and agenda. Members of the public may also observe by a remote video link provided in each agenda.
The Council is composed of 15 members appointed by the Governor, the President of the Senate, the Speaker of the House, the Attorney General, and certain counties, cities, and towns in Maine.
Now Open: Maine Recovery Council Grant Opportunity
Funding for Maine Coalitions Strengthening Community Conditions
Funding Available: Up to $125K/year to strengthen Maine communities
Application deadline: Tuesday, August 11, 2026, 3:00 PM ET
Visit the RFP website to find the full Request for Proposals.
Learn more about strategies for changing community conditions through a pre-recorded informational webinar and live technical assistance*: July 8 and July 15, 3:00 PM ET
*Applicants are expected to review a pre-recorded informational webinar before attending a live session.
Purpose
The Maine Recovery Council is excited to announce a new multi-year funding opportunity, supported by opioid settlement funds, to strengthen community-led prevention efforts statewide.
This initiative will invest $1.95 million over three years in community coalitions in Maine working to prevent opioid and substance use disorders by addressing the conditions that shape health and well-being.
We are seeking community-driven approaches that are youth-informed, culturally relevant, and rooted in strong local partnerships. This is an opportunity to advance sustainable solutions led by the communities most impacted—and to drive meaningful, lasting change.
For questions, please email MRC@hria.org