Resources and Updates on SNAP & Other BenefitsAs nonprofits and community partners respond to the federal shutdown and the suspension of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits—impacting an estimated 74,000 Westchester residents—Nonprofit Westchester is committed to keeping our community informed and supported. This page provides the latest updates and resources to help nonprofits and residents navigate the challenges ahead and ensure that individuals and families continue to have access to the assistance they need. *Please note that the resources provided are not intended as legal guidance. Also NPW is sharing factual information and this does not constitute agreement with opinions expressed by other organizations providing information.
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Westchester Resources From Feeding Westchester:
Westchester County Government | The Latest Updates A Federal Judge has Issued a Temporary Restraining Order Halting the Federal Government’s Plan to Stop Paying SNAP Benefits (October, 31) The ruling comes in response to a lawsuit filed yesterday by the National Council of Nonprofits (NCN) and a nationwide coalition of local governments, nonprofits, small businesses, and others. While this is not a permanent resolution, it ensures that SNAP benefits will continue as usual across the country while the case moves forward. Even though Friday’s Court ruling ordered contingency funding, it is unclear how much those payments will be and how long they will be delayed. Governor Hochul Declares State of Emergency Governor Hochul Declares State of Emergency Due to Federal Actions Impacting Food Assistance (SNAP) for Nearly 3 Million New Yorkers Starting November 1. NYS Announces $65 Million in New State Funds for Emergency Food Assistance, Providing 40 Million Meals to New Yorkers. NYS Deploys SUNY Empire State Service Corps Members To Support Food Banks Read Here » |
