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A government shutdown is set to halt SNAP benefits for over 118,000 Delaware residents on Nov. 1.

Delaware's governor has declared a state of emergency, using state funds to temporarily continue benefits.

Local food pantries, nonprofits, and community organizations are preparing for a significant increase in demand.

Organizations like the Sunday Breakfast Mission and Black Mothers in Power are stocking up to provide emergency food assistance.

Around 11% of the state's estimated population used Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits in May.

That's more than 118,000 people, according to data from the U.S. Drug Administration. In Delaware's largest city, pantries and organizations are getting ready for a rush of demand when SNAP benefits are not reloaded

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