LUBBOCK, Texas (KCBD) – When Samantha Beach saw news that SNAP benefits would be put on hold this weekend, she didn’t hesitate to act.
“I was reading the news and drinking my coffee and as soon as it was announced that benefits weren’t going to be issued for Nov. 1st, I said that’s it, that’s the sign, that’s all I need,” Beach said.
Her social media post quickly turned into a community mission. Within minutes, people began signing up to either ask for help or volunteer.
Beach has built a network of neighbors determined to make sure no one goes hungry.
With 50 families already on her list and 27 volunteers ready to help so far, she’s preparing to make and deliver homemade spaghetti, garlic bread and dessert this Saturday from her own kitchen.
“I can’t feed the world, but I can feed some,” Beach said.
The response has been overwhelming. Even her employer, Leprino Foods, donated to support her cause.
“I’ve been there before where you don’t have any help or have anything,” she said.
While Beach works to help families in her own way, Lubbock organizations remind people there are other places to turn for support, including calling 2-1-1 for free resources.
Beach hopes this serves as a reminder that people in the community matter and that kindness can fill more than just an empty plate.
Meals and food boxes will be ready for pickup Saturday. People can sign up to donate, volunteer or receive a meal at Cloud + Crunch.
Copyright 2025 KCBD. All rights reserved.