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PHOENIX - The city of Phoenix and St. Mary's Food Bank are partnering to help residents facing food insecurity during the temporary pause in SNAP benefits due to the government shutdown .

"When crisis strikes, Phoenix comes together to help," said Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego . "During this unprecedented emergency, I urge everyone who can help to step up. Donate food, send money, give your time to help your neighbors who have temporarily lost their lifeline."

What you can do:

Phoenix.gov/hungerrelief has more information on how you can donate money or food. For those who need food assistance, click here .

"Monetary donations are strongly encouraged because food banks can stretch the donation through bulk purchasing, tax exemptions, and dollar matches from t

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