By: Amelia Ferrell Knisely and Lori Kersey

CHARLESTON, WV (WV Watch) West Virginia’s system for distributing electronic SNAP benefits isn’t set up to receive an infusion of state dollars, according to the governor and lawmakers, leaving the state’s food banks and pantries in need of donations to keep people fed during the delayed food benefits.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP, helps feed about 275,000 West Virginians, or one in six state residents. Nearly 40% of those recipients are children. To donate to Facing Hunger, visit the agency’s website. Donations can be made to Mountaineer Foodbank here .

Families who need assistance finding local pantries may call 211 or visit wv211.org .

Due to the federal government shutdown , the U.S. Dep

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