Gwinnett County has allocated $250,000 to support residents affected by disruptions to federal nutrition assistance programs. According to a Gwinnett County press release, the funds will be used to purchase food and hygiene products through existing annual contracts, based on needs identified by local cooperative partners.
The Gwinnett County is working with six cooperative ministries in Buford, Duluth, Grayson, Lawrenceville, Lilburn, and Norcross to distribute supplies such as shelf-stable foods and household essentials. Chairwoman Nicole Love Hendrickson said the initiative aims to address immediate needs when federal programs are interrupted.
Community Services Director Lindsey Jorstad stated that working with local co-ops allows the county to reach residents efficiently. The distributed items include soups, cereals, peanut butter, electrolyte drinks, laundry detergent, and disinfecting wipes. The county’s food distribution events also offer services such as home safety education and referrals for housing, healthcare, and employment assistance…