Lingering effects of government shutdown impacting low-income people in Philadelphia before holidays
The government shutdown might be over, but some are still dealing with the fallout. Many people were forced…
‘People can come together’: Berks non-profit distributes food and other items to community | Berks Regional News
READING, Pa. – Non-profit the Real Deal 610 is following through in the wake of the return of…
Highmark launches new campaign to fight food insecurity across Pittsburgh area
There are some new and disturbing details regarding the food insecurity situation in western Pennsylvania. This comes as…
Pennsylvania, New Jersey begin sending SNAP benefits after judge’s order, governors say
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are in the process of being sent to recipients in Pennsylvania and…
Federal judge orders full funding for SNAP benefits after administration’s partial offer rejected | Pennsylvania News
A federal judge ruled late Thursday afternoon that the Trump Administration has one day to fully fund SNAP…
Pennsylvania raises 2 million dollars for SNAP Emergency Relief Fund | Pennsylvania News
Pennsylvania is making progress in its effort to feed residents whose food stamps were halted due to the…
Despite confusion around SNAP funding, the need for food continues to grow
Confusion continues to swirl around whether SNAP benefits will be funded, partially funded, or not funded. Regardless, the need…
PA food pantries see high demand as SNAP benefits restart
Rising demand at Pennsylvania food pantries Organizations like Bebashi, which also provides health care and other social services,…
Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh gives $10K grant to Squirrel Hill food pantry
The Jewish Federation of Greater Pittsburgh is giving $10,000 in grant money to the Jewish Family and Community…
With SNAP benefits in limbo, South Philadelphia Community Fridge in need of donations
South Philadelphia Community Fridge is urging neighbors to donate food and funds — and to volunteer for pick-ups — as demand surges amid…
SNAP cuts: Philadelphia’s Sharing Excess launches food map
On Friday, two federal judges ordered President Donald Trump’s administration to use contingency funds to continue SNAP benefits;…
Local businesses, organizations on a mission to feed thousands of Pittsburgh-area families
On Friday evening, the status of federal SNAP dollars remains uncertain, but over the course of the last…