SAN FRANCISCO, CA — As tens of thousands of Northern Californians prepare to lose their food benefits, some eateries are stepping up to help, the San Francisco Chronicle reported.
Amid the ongoing government shutdown, Attorney General Rob Bonta say Tuesday that Novermber will mark the “first time ever” that SNAP benefits — known as CalFresh in the Golden State — are halted for millions who rely on them.
Following the shutdown on Oct. 10, USDA sent a letter to state agencies directing them to put an indefinite hold on November benefits.
“Bottom line, the well has run dry,” the USDA notice says. “At this time, there will be no benefits issued on November 01. We are approaching an inflection point for Senate Democrats.”
One in eight Americans rely on federal food assistance, including some 5.5 million Californians.
Al Pastor Papi: 232 O’Farrell St, San Francisco. Chicken burrito and rice and beans, four burritos a week per family.Gamers Heaven: 1171 Homestead Road, #190, Santa Clara. Dino nuggets and tater tots for children 12 years old and younger, plus 25 percent off for parents.Monster Pho: 360 40th St., Oakland. Beef, chicken or vegetable pho for children 12 years old and younger, plus 25 percent off for parents. OG Tacos: Locations in Concord and Antioch. Tacos dorados for anyone who loses SNAP benefits in November; up to three meals per family. Puerto Rican Street Cuisine: 1430 23rd Ave., Oakland. Empanada with rice or beans for children 12 years old and younger.
Read more and find the rest of the list in the San Francisco Chronicle: These Bay Area restaurants are offering free meals for SNAP recipients during the shutdown