SNAP Interruption Leads to Increased Food Bank Demand - Newton Kansan

Interruption in SNAP benefit turns a chronic hunger problem into an acute crisis

“I hope this is going to be enough,” said the coordinator at Silver Lake Community Church food pantry, wiping her forehead as she chopped off bad ends of donated celery. Every Wednesday morning for the past year, I, along with a dozen or so other volunteers, sort and pack donated food for about 150 families.

SNAP interruption leads to increased food bank demand - Newton Kansan

United Way announces donation to local food programs   By Chad FreyNewton Kansan   Even before Nov. 1 when SNAP benefits were interrupted, the Harvey… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

As millions of Americans struggle with SNAP lapses, food banks are swamped with demand

At one food pantry in Boston, the spike in demand means there's now a two-week wait for some to receive food, stressing needy families as well as pantry staff.

Pittsburgh food bank receives donation providing over 150,000 meals amid SNAP cuts

A delivery of more than 1,300 pounds of meat and produce to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank on Thursday came as the Tull Family Foundation stepped...