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After learning SNAP benefits wouldn't go out in November, Eileen Snyder paused her home bread business to bake loaves for families in need
What began as a few loaves quickly turned into a full community pantry effort, with neighbors donating food and supplies
Snyder’s act of kindness went viral on TikTok, inspiring others to step up and help families facing food insecurity
When Eileen Snyder, her husband and their three kids moved to their Colorado neighborhood almost two years ago, it didn’t take long for the place to feel like home.
Shortly after settling in, Snyder got her cottage license, started her bread business Hearth & Harvest and joined the local farmers market. Her kids came along every weekend, helping them connect with neighbors and build a sense of community

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