North Texas Food Bank and Feeding Texas , the state association of food banks, are bracing for “a surge in need.”

Rising food costs are already causing food banks to see an increased need, according to a statement from Feeding Texas.

In addition, on Nov. 1 individuals are expected to lose assistance from SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. The program provides qualifying individuals and families monthly food benefits.

“The loss of SNAP benefits for 460,000 of our North Texas neighbors is devastating, and what’s even more heartbreaking is that half of those impacted are children,” NTFB President and CEO Trisha Cunningham said in a news release. “A delay in benefits isn’t just inconvenient—it’s devastating. It means empty pantries, skipped meals and added stress for

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