SNAP benefits, Georgia and Atlanta
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Metro Atlanta food banks brace for SNAP cuts. Here’s where to receive food assistance, or donate and volunteer
Over 1.4 million Georgia residents will lose their SNAP and EBT benefits on Nov. 1 if contingency funds meant to keep the programs operating aren't released. However, efforts are underway at metro Atlanta food justice organizations and nonprofits to help people in need fill in the gaps.
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Food apps and Atlanta churches offer assistance to SNAP recipients struggling during shutdown
From churches to food delivery apps, everyday Georgians and businesses are attempting to fill the aid gap during the government shutdown.
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Atlanta nonprofit hosts 'Harvest of Hope' to help families facing SNAP cuts
As millions of Americans face the potential loss of SNAP benefits next month, one Atlanta nonprofit is stepping up to help fill the gap.
Atlanta Public Schools has relaunched its monthly food distribution hub for students and their families as SNAP funding prepares to stop.
One of Atlanta's largest churches is supporting families who may lose access to SNAP benefits on Saturday due to the ongoing government shutdown.
Quietly beloved Atlanta spots locals line up for from soul food classics to taco windows and old school slices
While farm-to-table is touted on many menus around town, only a few metro area restaurants can say they have their own edible garden or farm.
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Downtown Atlanta opened a new grocery store to combat food insecurity. What's happened since?
As food insecurity impacts 14% of Atlantans, a new municipal grocery store, Azalea Fresh Market, opens in Atlanta's downtown.
Think Atlanta's obsessed with fast food? Think again. A new report reveals the city spends far less than you'd expect.
New Birth Missionary Baptist Church in Stonecrest is expanding its food distribution efforts to support over 2,000 families affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown and the suspension of SNAP benefits starting Nov.