California's Food Banks Face Crunch as Government Shutdown Looms, and Here's How You Can Help
The shutdown of the US government has brought California's food banks to a critical point, where demand for meals is surging, and funding is uncertain. With SNAP benefits on the verge of expiring due to the shutdown, Californians are facing an unprecedented crisis in accessing basic necessities like food.
In this dire situation, local charities and food banks are stepping up to provide essential support, but they need public help more than ever. A coalition of ABC stations, including KGO News Bay Area, has come together to support these organizations across Southern California, San Francisco, the Bay Area, Fresno, and Central Valley.
So, what can you do? Here's a simple step-by-step guide:
1. **Donate**: The most straightforward way to help is by making a donation of any amount to your local food bank or charity.
2. **Every dollar counts**: Your contribution will provide up to four meals for those in need and stays in your community.
Here are some Bay Area organizations you can support, including:
* Redwood Empire Food Bank
* Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
* Alameda County Community Food Bank
* Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano
The shutdown of the US government has brought California's food banks to a critical point, where demand for meals is surging, and funding is uncertain. With SNAP benefits on the verge of expiring due to the shutdown, Californians are facing an unprecedented crisis in accessing basic necessities like food.
In this dire situation, local charities and food banks are stepping up to provide essential support, but they need public help more than ever. A coalition of ABC stations, including KGO News Bay Area, has come together to support these organizations across Southern California, San Francisco, the Bay Area, Fresno, and Central Valley.
So, what can you do? Here's a simple step-by-step guide:
1. **Donate**: The most straightforward way to help is by making a donation of any amount to your local food bank or charity.
2. **Every dollar counts**: Your contribution will provide up to four meals for those in need and stays in your community.
Here are some Bay Area organizations you can support, including:
* Redwood Empire Food Bank
* Second Harvest of Silicon Valley
* Alameda County Community Food Bank
* Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano