CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Food banks across our area are preparing for the possible loss of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (or SNAP) benefits as the federal government shutdown continues.
Melissa Blevins of the Chattanooga Area Food Bank says, while their work helps feed the community, SNAP reaches a wider audience.
“We know that, for every meal the food bank provides, our SNAP benefits provide nine,” said Blevins.”…