SNAP BENEFITS HALTED IN PA
Because of the federal government shutdown, SNAP payments (also known as food stamps) will not be paid in November.
SNAP benefits will not be paid until the shutdown ends and $366 million in federal funds are released to Pennsylvania.
The state plans to notify SNAP recipients when payments can resume and will let people know when to expect SNAP payments.
What the Federal Shutdown Means
2 million Pennsylvanians – almost 1 in 6 people – will go without SNAP food aid in November
Seniors and kids are losing access to the nutrition they need to stay healthy as flu season approaches.
1 in 4 impacted household includes working adults earning wages too low to cover basic needs.
Local Food Pantries & Resources
Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
1 N Linden Street
Duquesne, PA 15110
Use locater tood to find the best resources for you: https://pittsburghfoodbank.org/find-food/get-help/
West View Hub
435 Perry Highway
West View, PA 15229
Tuesday: 12 pm – 2 pm
Thursday: 4 pm – 6 pm
Bread of Life Food Pantry
94 Locust Street
Etna, PA 15223
First three Wednesdays of each month
Feeding the Flock Ministries
490 Nixon Road
Cheswick, PA 15024
Every Thursday: 10 am – 1 pm & 3 pm – 6 pm
Most Needed Items
Monetary Donation
($1 could provide up to three meals)
Canned Fruits Packed in 100% Juice
Low Sodium/No Salt Added Canned Vegetables
Low Sodium/ No Salt Added Canned Beans & Soup
Canned Tuna or Chicken Packed in Water
Whole-Grain Cereal, Oats & Pasta
Peanut Butter
Paper Products
Household Items
Hygiene Items
Feminine Products, Razors
Infants & Kids
Diapers, Wipes, Pedialyte, 100% Juice Fruit Cups, Granola Bars, Crackers, Juice Boxes, NO Baby Food
Seniors
Nutritional Shakes & Drinks, Adult Hygiene Products
Who to Contact at the Federal Level
Your voice matters. Contact your federal officials and urge them to take swift action to restore funding for food assistance and other essential services.
CONGRESSMAN CHRISTOPHER DELUZIO
Representing the 17th Congressional District
412-344-5583 | deluzio.house.gov/email-me
CONGRESSWOMAN SUMMER LEE
Representing the 12th Congressional District
412-214-5000 | summerlee.house.gov/email-me
How You Can Help
Stay Involved
Contact Your federal representatives and let them know how important food aid is
Donate Food and Funds
Food pantries are expecting a major surge in need. Help keep shelves stocked!
Spread the Word
Let other know so they can prepare themselves and their families.