"As the government shutdown stretches into its second month, breaking records as the longest shutdown in history, 42 million people across the country are feeling the effects of sudden SNAP cuts, including over 5 million in California."
"Jeff's Table - Highland Park modern deli Jeff's Table is offering free grilled cheese, with a $1 surcharge to add meat. The sandwich is available to order online or in person. Be U - Virgil Village Vietnam restaurant offers pay-what-you-can meals; ask for this option when ordering over the phone or in person. Kreung Kitchen - Cambodian pop-up Kreung Kitchen is serving free chicken porridge from 2 to 5 p.m. (or until supplies run out) every Sunday in November at Bar and Garden."
"Search for local food pantries on the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank website. LA Food Not Bombs distributes free plant-based meals every Sunday evening in Downtown Los Angeles on the corner of Maple Avenue and Sixth Street. Volunteers can help prepare the meals on Sunday afternoons in Silver Lake. The Dream Center offers free meals three times a day, seven days a week, plus access to an outdoor pantry Monday through Friday, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m."
The government shutdown has extended into its second month and is the longest in history. Forty-two million people nationwide are affected by sudden SNAP cuts, including over five million in California. Two federal judges ruled that the Trump administration must fund SNAP temporarily. On October 3 the Trump administration announced that November SNAP benefits would continue but be paid at half the usual amount. Los Angeles restaurants and businesses are offering free or pay-what-you-can meals to support residents. Local examples include Jeff's Table, Be U, and Kreung Kitchen. Additional community resources include the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank, LA Food Not Bombs, and the Dream Center.
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