PHOENIX — The city of Phoenix recently launched a citywide food drive to help offset federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits being suspended due to the ongoing government shutdown.

The city is partnering with St. Mary’s Food Bank for the food drive called PHX Hunger Relief, which is meant to ensure that residents are able to access nutritious meals.

“When crisis strikes, Phoenix comes together to help,” Mayor Kate Gallego said in an announcement. “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.”

Details on citywide food drive to offset SNAP suspension

For food donations the city asked that Arizonans ensure all items are non-per

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