SC State Guard to distribute food to families in need during government shutdown
The South Carolina State guard will distribute food from state food banks to assist families affected by the shutdown.
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Soup cellar sees increase in those needing meals
Soup kitchens and charities across the country have reported seeing larger turnouts in the days since the government shutdown.
Trump administration will partially fund SNAP, but it could take months
The Trump administration has committed to partially funding the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program with a $4.65 billion payment.
Media Personality Charlamagne Tha God to donate to Midlands organization in time of need
Media Personality and South Carolina Native Charlamagne Tha God announced he’s donated to a local organization to help those affected by the shutdown.
Funeral home announces partnership to help feed community during time of need
Leevy’s Funeral Home says they have partnered with Deidre’s Kitchen, Divine Purpose, and Perfect Printing to help feed those in need.
States worry about how to fill the gap in food aid ahead of a federal benefits halt
Officials in Louisiana, Vermont and Virginia pledged Thursday to keep food aid flowing to recipients in their states, even if the federal program is stalled next month because of the government shutdown.
Senate GOP proposes changes to food stamp requirements
The Senate Agriculture Committee is proposing a change to provisions of the food stamp program that are in the House-approved Republican mega bill.
Requirements for SNAP benefits change Sept. 1
The start of September brings big changes to food stamp eligibility.
Consumer News: Retail sales drop in July, historic increase in food stamp benefits
Consumer News: Retail sales drop in July, historic increase in food stamp benefits .
Food stamp benefits to increase by more than 25% in October
By Ashraf Khalil and Josh Boak
President Joe Biden’s administration has approved a significant and permanent increase in the levels of food aid available to needy families — the largest single increase in the program’s history. Starting in October, average benefits for food stamps will rise more than 25% above pre-pandemic levels.
