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A government shutdown threatens food assistance for 42 million Americans as SNAP and WIC funding runs out.

Food banks, local charities, and churches in Florida are preparing for increased demand from those in need.

Grocery chains and delivery services like Winn-Dixie, DoorDash, and Instacart are offering donations and discounts.

Several restaurant chains are providing free or discounted meals to children and SNAP recipients.

Unless emergency measures are taken to refund the programs, 42 million Americans may lose the SNAP benefits that help put food on their tables as of Saturday, Nov. 1 due to the ongoing federal shutdown.

That includes 2.9 million in Florida who receive benefits from the (SNAP), the .

Funding for the , known as WIC, may also , even with a rec

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