COLUMBIA – Governor Henry McMaster announced the activation of the Central Carolina Community Foundation’s One SC Fund and directed the South Carolina State Guard (SCSG) to assist food banks statewide in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) announcement that federal funding for SNAP benefits (food stamps) will be halted beginning November 1, 2025, due to the ongoing federal government shutdown.
“While South Carolina cannot fully replace federal SNAP benefits, we can and we will step up to help our neighbors,” said Governor Henry McMaster. “By activating the One SC Fund and with the assistance of the State Guard, we’re supporting South Carolina families in need. In times like these, South Carolinians are eager to help, and I encourage those who are willing to donate to the One SC Fund or volunteer at your local food bank.”
The activation of the One SC Fund will allow for a coordinated charitable giving campaign dedicated to providing direct monetary assistance to regional food banks and local feeding partners across the state…