LAFAYETTE — SINCE THE SUSPENSION OF SNAP BENEFITS ON NOVEMBER FIRST, FOOD BANKS ACROSS INDIANA HAVE SEEN A SURGE IN FAMILIES SEEKING HELP — AND LAFAYETTE IS NO EXCEPTION.

Food Finders Food Bank has become a crucial safety net, providing support to new families struggling with the loss of assistance.

Kier Crites Muller, President and CEO of Food Finders, says, “Increase in numbers of new people coming to us for the first time at our Fresh Market food pantry. We’ve had more than 100 intakes since November 1st.”

To meet that growing demand, Food Finders is making sure its agency partners — including local pantries and shelters — have enough supplies to serve their communities. The organization has also teamed up with the Lafayette Urban Ministry to expand resources for families who need im

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