Over 54,400 individuals in Erie County have not received their November SNAP benefits due to a government shutdown, leaving many scrambling for their next meal.

In response to the lack of SNAP benefits, local businesses and community initiatives in Erie are stepping up to provide food assistance to those in need. The community has rallied together, offering discounted or free food items to help affected residents.

The Erie community has taken to social media to offer support, with several posts offering discounted or free items for SNAP recipients. A popular initiative is 'The Little Free Pantry - Erie,' which operates similarly to Little Free Libraries, allowing residents to take what they need and leave what they can.

Raegin Peck, administrator of 'The Little Free Pantry - Erie' Faceb

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