Avery Meurer is a Content Gatherer for KSAT 12. She graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Science in Communications/Radio, Television and Film, as well as a Creative Writing Certificate. A native San Antonian, Avery attended the Northeast School of the Arts (NESA) majoring in musical theater and creative writing.

The halt could cut off $614 million in food aid to 3.5 million people in Texas, including 1.7 million children.

A sudden surge in hunger is hitting the local community as SNAP benefits are frozen and the federal government shut down continues. TPR has compiled a resource list of area organizations providing meals and support.

This comes in the wake of the continued federal government shutdown and the recent announcement that SNAP will not be funded for November.

Christian Assistance Ministry (CAM): Provides groceries, clothing, and other services. Groceries are often available once every two months per family. Locations: 110 McCullough Ave & 5048 Zavala (check their site for specific service details and hours)

The San Antonio-based grocer is giving $5 million to food banks across the state and $1 million to Meals on Wheels Texas.

Together with the volunteer support of H-E-B Partners, these gifts further the retailer’s mission to help Texans in need.

The store that does more has donated a major amount of money to support those in need across Texas.On Saturday, H-E-B announced that it had committed $5 million to supporting Texas food banks and set aside an additional $1 million to support Meals on Wheels.