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SALEM: The Salem YMCA and the City of Salem, through its Food Policy Council and the Salem Children’s Alliance, is now making donated grocery store gift cards available for Salem residents who are experiencing a loss of SNAP benefits. Qualifying residents should call 781-990-7071 to reserve a time to pick up their gift card.
“Thanks to the many generous Salem residents who have already stepped up to donate grocery gift cards to support our neighbors in need during this difficult time,” said Mayor Dominick Pangallo. “Close to one in four Salem families rely on SNAP to put food on their table, and we’re coming together as a community to help them. If you need help, please reach out and call. We’re all in this together.”
If you would like to donate one or more $25 grocery store gift cards for this program, please drop them off at the Salem YMCA, 1 Sewall Street.
SALEM – The City of Salem is preparing for the anticipated termination of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food assistance beginning November 1st, which will negatively impact roughly one in five Salem residents. City officials are working closely with local partners to help residents continue to have access to nutritious food and essential resources.
“Many people have already reached out to ask how they can help their neighbors if SNAP ends,” said Mayor Dominick Pangallo. “Right now, financial donations to community organizations that provide direct food assistance are the most effective way to help. These donations allow our partners, such as The Salem Pantry, to purchase exactly what’s needed, when it’s needed. Every dollar makes a greater impact than canned goods alone.”
The United Way is also launching a fund for private donations to help SNAP recipients across the Commonwealth.
Residents experiencing food insecurity are encouraged to review the attached list of available resources or visit salemfoodpolicy.com for the most updated information.
“We’ll continue to coordinate with City departments and local nonprofits who provide food assistance and will keep sharing information to community members as any future opportunities or changes develop,” said Mayor Pangallo.
Need food ASAP? Come to The Open Door at 28 Emerson Avenue Gloucester MA Monday-Friday, from 8:30am to 6:00pm for a Quick Trip, a supply of free grocery staples.If you are a new client you can also apply at FOODPANTRY.org/newshopper to order custom groceries weekly online.
