As families prepare for a stoppage of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits in November, food banks in Lafayette are bracing for its impact, not only in Acadiana, but across the state.
State leaders have announced a plan to use $150 million in state funds to temporarily continue benefits, but the proposal still awaits approval and would only cover part of the need, according to Second Harvest Food Bank.
Second Harvest Food Bank warns that any delay or gap will put added pressure on food pantries already receiving 4.8 million fewer meals worth of USDA food this year due to federal supply changes…