Due to the shutdown of the federal government, millions of Americans will see their SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits halted on November 1, 2025.

This impacts many in our state. 360,000 Connecticut residents rely on SNAP to feed their families. 1 in 8 Americans and 1 in 5 children rely on SNAP.

Our neighbors will be losing their SNAP benefits and this is our time to step up and support them.

The following list of resources are here to help those who are seeking food pantries, organizations that assist those who are food insecure, and you’ll even find restaurants that are lending a hand at this time, or if you’re looking to volunteer, many of these local nonprofits could always use the extra help.

3 WAYS TO HELP

• Donate to CT Foodshare at CTFoodshare dot com. Every $1 donated = two meals.

• Volunteer your time with CT Foodshare. This helps spread the monetary donations further.

• Donate food to a local food shelter. Find the closest one at 211ct.org