Amid changes to federal SNAP benefits, North Miami Beach to host food distribution event Saturday

In response to growing concerns over federal food assistance stability, the City of North Miami Beach will be distributing free food to local residents on Saturday, beginning at 10 a.m.

The initiative kicks off at Highland Village Park from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., serving as the first major action following the passage of city resolution that declared a local food security emergency.

Sponsored by Commissioner Daniela Jean, the city’s actions — “NMB Cares” — seek to to protect vulnerable residents from potential disruptions in national aid programs, mainly the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program…

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