As millions of Americans brace for potential cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) amid the federal government shutdown, families across the country are confronting a chilling reality. Their next grocery run might be their last with federal aid. Nearly 42 million people rely on SNAP to put food on the table, and with funding expected to lapse on November 1, 2025, communities are scrambling to fill the gap. This isn’t just about delayed payments. It’s about families skipping meals, children going hungry, and the safety net buckling under strain. Food banks are already stretched thin, parents are worried about empty lunchboxes, and local leaders are finding creative ways to make sure no one goes hungry, even turning Halloween into an opportunity to give back.

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