Beginning November 1, roughly 5.5 million Californians—including more than 1.5 million residents in Los Angeles County—will experience delays in receiving their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown.
While the situation is evolving, Governor Gavin Newsom is fast-tracking funds to support food banks. Additionally, judges ordered the USDA on Friday to restart SNAP funding. However, families in need won’t see immediate relief.
In response, community leaders and local nonprofits have been stepping up to fill the gap by hosting free grocery pop-up markets and other events to assist neighbors who need food now, not later.
The Times has compiled an ongoing list of ways to volunteer in these efforts. This story will be updated as new opportunities arise.
https://www.latimes.com/travel/list/volunteer-opportunities-snap-benefits-calfresh-food-pantries
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