"With funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program running out Nov. 1 due to the ongoing government shutdown, Bay Area families who rely on the assistance to keep their families fed may have to turn to nonprofits and food banks to fill the empty plates on their tables. The SNAP program provides food for 5.5 million low-income Californians, providing about $785 for a family of three each month to purchase food, seeds and plants."
"The Second Harvest of Silicon Valley serves Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Find a food distribution point using the interactive online map, or call the Food Connection team at 800-984-3663 for assistance. The food bank also accepts monetary donations. Santa Clara County's Senior Nutrition Program provides meals to qualifying individuals in conjunction with community programs every day of the week. Check the list of participating organizations online. The program also accepts monetary contributions."
SNAP funding will run out on Nov. 1 because of the government shutdown. SNAP provides food assistance to 5.5 million low-income Californians, about $785 per month for a family of three to buy food, seeds and plants. CalFresh serves more than half a million people across the Bay Area. Some state and local governments are providing funding or services to cover federal gaps. WIC and other supplementary programs remain open during the shutdown. Food banks report surging demand and are requesting community donations and support. Several restaurants and food trucks plan to offer free or discounted meals to SNAP recipients and families, and local food banks list distribution points and accept monetary contributions.
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