Post Bulletin

SNAP, WIC funding cuts hitting Southeast Minnesota counties

If the continuing resolution or any other funding measures are not passed, funding for SNAP — Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or food stamps as it's commonly called — will run out on Nov. 1.
MinnPost

Minnesota looks for loose change to support 440,000 residents about to lose SNAP benefits

Gov. Walz announced state funding Monday to help Minnesotans who receive monthly Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits.
KTTC

MN agencies say 440,000 could face food insecurity with SNAP funding on track to run out next week

Minnesota’s Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF) says SNAP funding will run dry on Nov. 1 amid a government shutdown. If the shutdown is not resolved, the department will not be able to pay November benefits.
Hoodline

Food Benefit Freeze in Minnesota: SNAP & MFIP Caught in Shutdown Snare, Low-Income Families Face Bleak November

SNAP and MFIP food benefits halted due to federal shutdown; Ramsey County advises beneficiaries to use what they have and keep contact info updated.
Austin Daily Herald

Facing ‘perfect storm,’ strained Minnesota food banks brace for impact of SNAP funding halt

Minnesota food banks face critical shortages as demand soars and SNAP funding stalls, leaving thousands at risk of hunger amid rising costs and dwindling donations. Local leaders urge urgent community support.

Detroit People's Food Co-op to work with community as SNAP benefit pause looms

As SNAP benefits are set to go on pause starting Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown, many acknowledge that the pause is likely to affect more than just SNAP recipients.
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