PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- On November 1, nearly two million people across Pennsylvania could lose access to their lifeline for fresh food.

If the government shutdown continues, Pennsylvania will not get federal payments for SNAP benefits.

The scenario is creating a lot of worry for people who rely on SNAP and for organizations that help fight food insecurity. That includes Young Chances Foundation in Grays Ferry.

"We do free meals Tuesdays and Thursdays. We give out fresh vegetables mainly every day," said Tyrique Glasgow, executive director of Young Chances Foundation.

Every day, a table outside the nonprofit's office is stacked with food that community members can take. The organization provides food and hot meals to those in need. That need could get even bigger if SNAP food ass

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