Nearly 100,000 individuals and families in Tarrant County are set to lose food stamp benefits starting Nov. 1, leaving food pantries and other community services preparing for an increase in need.
The program’s temporary pause is due to the federal government shutdown, which has lasted 28 days as of Oct. 28. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, also known as food stamps, helps low-income families purchase groceries.
Despite best efforts, the Tarrant Area Food Bank won’t be able to keep up with demand if the shutdown goes deep into November, CEO Julie Butner said…