Community organizations across Minnesota are preparing for increased demand as threats to sanctuary city funding create fear and disrupt access to services.
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No veteran should go hungry
According to U.S. government data and recent policy studies, nearly 25% of America’s veterans live either below the federal poverty level or paycheck to paycheck, with little margin for unexpected expenses. To get by, many adopt emergency-level budgets. But even the harshest austerity measures may not be enough. Life at the bottom still costs money. […]
Posted inHealth + Wellness
Families face uncertainty amid shutdown delays
As the federal government shutdown drags on, Minnesotans are bracing for rising health care and food costs this winter. Premiums on the state’s ACA marketplace are projected to increase an average of 21.5% in 2026, while federal subsidies that have helped keep coverage affordable for lower-income households are set to expire at year’s end. Community […]
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Federal shutdown pushes single mothers in Minnesota to the brink
One single mother of three children, ages 4, 10, and 20 have recently become homeless. She felt compelled to leave an unsafe apartment building where drug dealers were actively selling drugs around her children.
Posted inResources
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.
Posted inOpinion
Consumers deserve to have choices in the grocery store
Some in Congress think getting it ‘right’ means restricting certain consumers’ food items as “wrong” to buy.
Posted inLocal & State, News
Extra SNAP benefits coming to an end
This month, Minnesotans receiving federal food assistance will see their final round of emergency aid prompted by the pandemic.
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MN becomes latest state to Boost SNAP eligibility
Minnesota is now the 20th state in the nation to allow the maximum eligibility for federal SNAP benefits.