With SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits delayed across parts of Texas, the South Plains Food Bank is seeing a sharp increase in demand for food assistance. The Lubbock-based nonprofit is working to meet the growing need while urging community members to step up with donations, volunteer hours, and support.<\/p>\n
Read More:\u00a0Lubbock Restaurant Offers Free Kids’ Meals Amid SNAP Delays<\/a><\/p>\n Food Bank Seeing Surge in Requests for Help<\/p>\n According to a post made by the South Plains Food Bank, nearly 58,000 people in Lubbock and the surrounding communities rely on SNAP benefits for their food needs. That is a tremendously high number of people who will soon be affected by a delay in those benefits.<\/p>\n Community Donations Make a Difference<\/p>\n To keep up with demand, the food bank is calling on the public to donate funds or time. Even small contributions can help the organization purchase bulk food and deliver meals to families who might otherwise go without.<\/p>\n Read More:\u00a0How Local Nonprofits Are Addressing Food Needs In Lubbock<\/a><\/p>\n If you would like to help, you can donate funds online here<\/a>\u00a0or apply to volunteer here<\/a>. The food bank utilizes volunteer help in the warehouse and assembling senior boxes and other projects.<\/p>\n What To Do If You Need Help<\/p>\n