Lancaster eatery to offer free meals for kids of SNAP recipients amid benefits freeze

MOUNT JOY, Pa. — Papa’s Pizza in Mount Joy is offering a resource to families in need as SNAP benefits freeze as a result of the federal government shutdown.

710,000 children rely on SNAP benefits in the state and over 55,000 people in Lancaster County, or 10% of the county population, rely on SNAP benefits, according to state data.

In response, the Walters’ family is offering free meals to kids of families who use SNAP benefits…

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