58 h. ago How food banks, pantries have fared since SNAP benefits were halted

Food banks and pantries have been experiencing historic demand since SNAP benefits halted on Nov. 1 for many Americans in the midst of the federal government shutdown.

Economics

60 h. ago Some food banks see up to 1,800% surge in demand since SNAP benefits were halted

Food banks and pantries have been experiencing historic demand since SNAP benefits halted on Nov. 1 for many Americans in the midst of the federal government shutdown.

Politics

3 d. ago For students who rely on SNAP, school food pantries offer some relief

A school in Pittsburgh has set up a food pantry for students and their families whose SNAP benefits have been cut or delayed because of the government shutdown.

Society

3 d. ago Pittsburgh school opens food pantry to support students who rely on SNAP benefits

A school food pantry in Pittsburgh aims to help fill the gap for families whose SNAP benefits have been disrupted by the shutdown.

Society

6 d. ago Workers on overseas U.S. bases go without pay as some are directed to food pantries

Workers on overseas U.S. bases go without pay as some are directed to food pantries  NBC News

Society

7 d. ago Trump administration suggests it may ‘raid school lunch money’ to cover SNAP benefits

Trump administration suggests it may ‘raid school lunch money’ to cover SNAP benefits  Los Angeles Times

Politics

8 d. ago As millions of Americans struggle with SNAP lapses, food banks are swamped with demand

At one food pantry in Boston, the spike in demand means there's now a two-week wait for some to receive food, stressing needy families as well as pantry staff.

Economics

9 d. ago 2 food pantries open in Prince George's as partial November SNAP benefits increase

2 food pantries open in Prince George's as partial November SNAP benefits increase  NBC4 Washington

Politics

1 week ago Here are the results in Colorado's ballot initiatives on school meals and SNAP

Voting concludes Tuesday in Colorado on on Propositions LL and MM. Watch the results live.

Politics

1 week ago Houses of Worship Struggle to Feed New Yorkers During SNAP Stalemate

In New York City, there are about 600 food pantries scattered across the five boroughs and at least 90 percent are run by either a religious organization or a nonprofit connected to a place of worship.

Politics

2 w. ago Washington County food pantries clamber to fill gap when federal food assistance falters

Washington County food pantries clamber to fill gap when federal food assistance falters  Forest Grove News-Times

Politics

2 w. ago Photos: Food banks scramble to get ready as SNAP funding deadline looms

Some 42 million people in the U.S. who rely on SNAP benefits could soon join the already long lines at the nation's food banks and pantries that are also serving struggling federal workers.

Events

2 w. ago Older New Yorkers Brace for Food Stamp Cuts: ‘I’m Just Praying’

The SNAP program is losing federal funding on Saturday. Many older people won’t be able to easily line up at food pantries or go out and get second jobs.

Politics

2 w. ago How States Are Preparing for a Freeze in SNAP Food Assistance

The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program will run out of money on Saturday. Some governors are shifting state money to cover part of the shortfall, bolster food pantries or both.

Politics

2 w. ago How States Are Preparing for a Freeze in Federal Food Assistance

The Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program will run out of money on Saturday. Some governors are shifting state money to cover part of the shortfall, bolster food pantries or both.

Politics

3 w. ago National Guard troops help food pantries amid surging demand

National Guard troops help food pantries amid surging demand  NBC4 Los Angeles

Politics