IDAHO FALLS — As the future of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is uncertain, dozens of restaurants, businesses, organizations, and individuals are working to ensure Idahoans are fed and can afford a Thanksgiving.

Whatever happens, many in eastern Idaho have gathered to create food drives or offer free meals at their local businesses, and have plans to help families have a turkey for Thanksgiving.

If you are aware of additional ways people can help the hungry in our area or know of more resources for those in need, email us at news@eastidahonews.com so we can update this story.

What is going on with SNAP?

On Monday, the Trump administration indicated that it would partially fund SNAP using $4.65 billion in emergency funds, according to The Associated Press. There would be

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