TOOELE, Utah — After hearing SNAP benefits in Utah would be impacted by the government shutdown, a Tooele couple came up with a way to help those who might be struggling to get groceries.

Most are familiar with a food pantry, but the one run by Hunter and Sara Mecham looks and operates a little differently.

“[We] wanted to set something up that didn’t have any sort of barriers. So that anybody at any time could come and grab stuff if they need it. They don’t need to qualify or anything like that," said Hunter.

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The Mechams simply want to support their community.

“The reason why we started is it just because there’s a lot going on right now, a lot of people are expected to not get their SNAP benefits in November,” Hunter

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