Missouri State Team Members Announce Food Drive as Government Shutdown Impacts Families

Local businesses helping families in need of food

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Thousands of families in both North Dakota and Minnesota may soon lose access to SNAP benefits. And several people within the community want to help with that. “Right now at our store, if you can just show us your badge or let us know that you’re a federal worker, you can get a free loaf of honey, whole wheat, or premium white bread. We also offer ten percent off,” said Cassie Wiste, Owner and Operator of Great Harvest Bread…

Missouri state team members announce food drive as government shutdown impacts families

Governor Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services are hosting a food drive from November 3 to December 12.

Governor Kehoe, Missouri Department of Social Services launch state employee food drive - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. (KBSI) – Governor Mike Kehoe and the Missouri Department of Social Services announced a statewide food drive to support Missourians affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown, which continues to impact families who rely on federal nutrition programs such as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The State Team Member Food Drive will run from Nov. 3 through Dec. 12, encouraging state employees across al…

Union County Announces Countywide Food Drive to Support Local Families During Federal Shutdown

The Union County Board of County Commissioners today announced the launch of a countywide food drive “Stock the Shelves,” to support residents who may be experiencing hardship as a result of the ongoing federal government shutdown, including those affected by the temporary interruption of November SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits and federal employees currently…