As the government shutdown enters its 36th day and SNAP benefits remain on hold, many Alabamians are worried about where their next meal will come from.
For those in Jasper, one favorite restaurant is stepping in to help feed children in the area.
Alabama Stackers announced that children will eat free at its restaurant beginning November 1 and continuing until SNAP benefits are restored.
The local eatery is offering a free Grilled Cheese Kid’s Meal for any child dining in, no purchase necessary and no questions asked.
“We believe that no child should worry about their next meal and that every individual has the responsibility to help their community when able, according to their gifts and talents,” the restaurant said in a social media post announcing the initiative.
The restaurant’s

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