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  1. The Greater Boston Food Bank is New England's largest hunger relief organization, serving food insecurity in Massachusetts.
  2. The Greater Boston Food Bank is supporting food pantries in Attleboro.

SNAP Funding Cuts Drive Increased Demand for Food Assistance in Massachusetts

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 21
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Charity leaders in Massachusetts report that the demand for food assistance is higher than ever due to anticipated federal changes to the SNAP program. The federal government is set to reduce its share of operations funding for the food assistance program from 50% to 25% starting October 1. These changes include new eligibility rules, such as work requirements, which are making it harder for residents to qualify for federal help.

From wbur.org

Why it matters

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The reduction in federal funding is expected to cost the state an additional $53 million in the upcoming fiscal year. Local food pantries, such as Hebron Food Pantry in Attleboro, are responding to the increased need, while cities like Cambridge are expecting to spend $500,000 to support groups helping residents who lose federal assistance.

The Greater Boston Food Bank is New England's largest hunger relief organization, serving food insecurity in Massachusetts.

From wbur.org

Who's involved

  • AttleboroCity in Massachusetts where local food pantries are responding to increased food insecurity.
  • Greater Boston Food BankNon-profit organization that operates within the geographic context of Attleboro and provides food supplies to local agencies.
  • MassachusettsState of the United States where the federal SNAP cuts impose a significant financial burden.

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  • Greater Boston Food BankSpeculative

    The Greater Boston Food Bank might face increased operational costs and strain on supply due to escalating demand for food assistance.

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