SNAP Cuts Force Sacramento Families to Rely on Nonprofit Vouchers

Impact of Government Shutdown on Food Assistance Programs

The ongoing government shutdown has caused a sudden disruption in food assistance programs, affecting over 270,000 people in the Sacramento region. The federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and California’s CalFresh have both experienced interruptions, leaving many families without their usual support. This issue was highlighted when the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on November 1 that funds had “run dry.”

Immediate Consequences for Recipients

Benjamin Brumer, who works with Market Match, a nonprofit organization that assists SNAP and CalFresh recipients in stretching their food dollars, described the immediate impact of the cut-off. He explained that people’s benefits have significantly decreased, with many now near zero. “This is a lifeline,” Brumer said. “Without SNAP, without CalFresh, and without our booth — it hurts. It hurts the customers who rely on it, and it hurts the farmers who sell their produce here.”

Market Match provides vouchers for fresh fruits and vegetables, offering up to $15 in matching funds. Customers can withdraw money from their EBT cards and receive an additional $15 to spend on produce. Recipients can visit market information booths for tokens or paper vouchers redeemable for CalFresh-eligible food items.

High Demand at Markets

“At some of our busiest markets, it could even reach 600 people,” Brumer added. This shows how critical these services are for the community. One CalFresh recipient shared how the extra support made a real difference. “Always good to have some extra when you don’t have anything,” they said, adding that the holidays will be especially tough. “It’s going to be a hard time for the holidays. A lot of families and kids will be out of school.”

Resources for Locating Assistance

Market Match offers an interactive map where individuals can find the nearest booth to use for EBT purchases. This tool helps ensure that those in need can access the support they require.

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Full Story and Further Information

For more details on the halt of SNAP benefits and how nonprofit vouchers are stepping in for Sacramento families, read the full story. Stay informed with the latest news from Modesto, Stockton, and Sacramento, including weather updates and other local developments.

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Krisna Dwi Wardhana

Lahir di Padang pada tahun 1991, saya telah tinggal di berbagai wilayah di Indonesia sejak TK hingga kuliah, termasuk Aceh, Palembang, dan Bogor. Saya meraih gelar Sarjana Sains dari FMIPA Universitas Indonesia. Saat ini, saya bekerja sebagai Pendidik di sebuah sekolah swasta di Bogor, Tutor privat sambil tetap fokus mengembangkan Bisakimia.

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