Mecklenburg County leaders announced a plan to support additional food resources during the pause of federal SNAP benefits Monday afternoon.
According to a release, the county plans to allocate $740,000 to support food resources for residents affected by the suspension of SNAP benefits due to the federal government shutdown.
County officials say they have coordinated with local community and food resource partners to provide relief to the approximately 138,500 SNAP participants in the area. This funding will enhance food pantry resources, distribute additional food boxes, and offer financial assistance through gift cards and vouchers…