Update:
This list of food banks isn’t comprehensive and could evolve.
Families who rely on federal food assistance are searching for ways to put meals on the table as Nov. 1 approaches, when the federal government said recipients will go without benefits following the shutdown.
The Dallas Morning News has compiled a list of food banks across North Texas where residents can find support.
About 460,000 people in the 12-county service area for the North Texas Food Bank are currently on SNAP benefits.
With state and federal officials warning that benefits could be delayed or suspended, local food pantries are bracing for higher demand for their critical sources of support for families who rely on monthly assistance to cover basic meals.
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Who is eligible to get food?
Eligibility requirements can vary by location. Many ask people to show a government-issued ID and proof of residence within the service area. However, not all pantries require documentation.
Here are some food pantries in North Texas: