Marin Philanthropy, County Aim to Mitigate Food Aid Cutoff

Marin philanthropy, county aim to mitigate food aid cutoff

The Marin Community Foundation and the county are teaming up in an effort to keep residents who normally receive federal food aid from going hungry during the federal government shutdown. About 15,500 people in Marin rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), also known as CalFresh and food stamps. The program provides qualified applicants with an electronic benefit card that can be used like a debit card at participating groc…

Gwinnett County Puts $250,000 Toward Food Aid As SNAP Stalls

Gwinnett County is stepping in to help families who may lose access to food assistance during the federal government shutdown. What’s Happening: The county will spend $250,000 to buy food and household items for residents. The supplies will go to six cooperative ministries in Buford, Duluth, Grayson, Lawrenceville, Lilburn and Norcross. What’s Important: More than […] The post Gwinnett County Puts $250,000 Toward Food Aid As SNAP Stalls appeared…