With funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) still in limbo because of the federal shutdown, the city has announced new measures to help get food to those who need it.
The project includes $14 million to assist the 500,000 Philadelphians who rely on SNAP and are facing disruptions in their food access, with $4 million to be used to expand food distribution citywide, according to a press release from Mayor Cherelle Parker.
Fresh produce will be available at 43 schools, as well as emergency rental assistance for furloughed federal workers, support for small food …
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With funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) still in limbo because of the federal shutdown, the city has announced new measures to help get food to those who need it.
The project includes $14 million to assist the 500,000 Philadelphians who rely on SNAP and are facing disruptions in their food access, with $4 million to be used to expand food distribution citywide, according to a press release from Mayor Cherelle Parker.
Fresh produce will be available at 43 schools, as well as emergency rental assistance for furloughed federal workers, support for small food retailers to keep shelves stocked, and payment deferrals for city residents who are federal employees.
The city has created a website called the Free Food Finder (phila.gov/food) to help residents find nearby places offering groceries and meals. The website lists places that provide free fresh produce and pantry staples, general meal sites that offer prepared meals to anyone who needs them, meal programs for older adults, student meal sites, and support in applying for public benefits. No identification is required at the food sites, general meal sites, or student meal sites.
