Non-profits, credit unions help impacted workers during shutdown

WASHINGTON —

From nonprofits to credit unions, organizations across the country are stepping up to help military families and federal workers as the government shutdown continues. Many are reporting an alarming surge in demand.

Since the shutdown, military spouse Alicia Blevins has faced a mountain of stress. Her family's savings are depleted, stress-related health issues are emerging, and her job search has been put on hold 16 days into the shutdown.

"It's the stress that's really gotten to us," Blevins said. "Right now, I've got my resume out to every customer service job, entry level or not. I've got it out everywhere."

The desperation is being felt at nonprofits like the Military Family Advisory Network (MFAN) . This week, the organization launched its emergency grocery suppor