New Life Community Alliance has launched a emergency relief fund to address the suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits amid the government shutdown.
The SNAP Gap Emergency Relief Fund aims to provide immediate hunger relief for families impacted by the indefinite hold on SNAP benefits, which is set to begin on Nov. 1.
“In times of crisis, we don’t wait. We act,” said Michael Bryant, CEO of NLCA. “Our neighbors are bracing for empty shelves and empty stomachs. Whether or not a deal is reached in Washington, the threat has already deepened food insecurity for thousands. We’re here to stand in the gap.”…