A federal court has ordered the USDA to restore nutrition support for more than 42 million Americans after Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison led a lawsuit over suspended SNAP benefits. The ruling protects thousands of Minnesota families during the ongoing government shutdown, but partial payments raise new concerns.
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Hope Breakfast Bar Offers Free Pancakes to Families Impacted by Federal Shutdown
As the federal government shutdown continues to delay November food benefits for thousands of Minnesota families, Hope Breakfast Bar in St. Paul is opening its doors to provide free meals for anyone in need. Beginning Monday November 3, families can visit the restaurant at 1 Leech Street from 7 to 9 a.m., Monday through Friday, […]
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SNAP Critical to Fighting Hunger and Strengthening Minnesota Communities
With food insecurity surging, SNAP helps 440,000 Minnesotans fight hunger and fuels local economies. Now more than ever, the program must be protected.
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Access Free Summer Meals for Youth and Families Across Minnesota
Minnesota families can access free summer meals through SUN Bucks, Summer Eats MN, and SFSP to help ensure children stay nourished when school is out.
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MN food shelves navigate record high demand
Record demand for food shelves in Minnesota as Thanksgiving approaches
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Vikings players trade footballs for turkeys at annual Thanksgiving giveaway
Minnesota Vikings and United Healthcare teamed up to distribute Thanksgiving dinner baskets.
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MAD DADS spreads the word, not the virus
Many of the people MAD DADS work with are hungry because living in a food desert makes it more challenging to keep your food budget in check.