Who is impacted: Over 66,000 Alaskans could lose their SNAP benefits this weekend

Thousands of Alaskans, including over half a million residents facing food insecurity, are at risk of losing their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits due to the ongoing government shutdown. This could particularly impact rural areas like Bethel and Kusilivak Boroughs, where SNAP is a crucial safety net. The Food Bank of Alaska warns that the loss of SNAP could leave local charities unable to meet the growing demand, especially as the holiday season approaches. They urge those who can to volunteer or donate to help support those in need. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.