CENTRAL NEW YORK (WUTR/WFXV/WPNY) -- While the federal government has been ordered by an appeals court this week to restore SNAP funding during their shutdown, recipients still find themselves without benefits for the time being. Eyewitness News and CNYHomepage.com has compiled a list of food pantries across the area where families can get the food they need in these tough times.

Please check with your local food pantry for requirements.

Oneida County

Church of the Holy Family Food Pantry 4352 Peterboro Street, Vernon Hours: Fridays, 9 am to 10:30 am Contact: Duffy Geary at 315-363-3280.

Dr. Alap A. Butala Food Pantry at the Rescue Mission of Utica 1013 West Street, Utica Hours: Mondays, Thursdays, and Fridays, 9 am until gone and 12:30 pm until gone. Contact Tammy Brady at 315-735-164

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