Arkansas Food Banks Receive $500K Grant Amid Government Shutdown Impact
Arkansas food banks are getting a boost as the state prepares to distribute a $500,000 grant to help feed families impacted by the ongoing government shutdown.
Sylvia Blain, CEO of the Arkansas Hunger Relief Alliance, says the funds will help, but the need is greater. She notes that the SNAP program provides nine meals for every one meal charities can offer.
"We are absolutely grateful and really to see that $500,000 come to the state first thing next week. So it is much needed," said Blain.
Blain hopes lawmakers reach a compromise soon to reopen the government. The six Feeding American food banks across the state are doing their best to meet the need, and this grant will definitely help.
Author's summary: Arkansas food banks get $500K grant.
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