Champaign, IL – Thousands of central Illinois families are bracing for disruptions in food assistance programs as the Trump Administration halts federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) during the ongoing government shutdown.
According to the Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD), the suspension takes effect Saturday, November 1, leaving 1.9 million Illinoisans temporarily unable to access SNAP benefits. The move impacts more than 42 million Americans nationwide who depend on the program to buy groceries each month.
Officials urge residents to visit snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov for real-time updates and local food assistance information. CUPHD also offers an interactive map of food pantries, soup kitchens, and student support services through its website and resource links.
Local agencies are coordinating to fill immediate needs through food banks and community outreach. Residents can explore local food options and assistance through CUPHD’s food resources portal and Google map of food pantries.
Community members are encouraged to check on neighbors and share verified information to ensure vulnerable households stay informed.
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