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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.It’s November 1, and 42 million Americans are wondering how they’ll feed their families without their SNAP benefits. Organizations like The Salem Pantry are stepping up to help folks bridge the gap. That’s why I provided $8 million to Massachusetts food banks this month. It’s also why we worked with the United Way to raise more than $2.5 million in one week, money that’s already being distributed to food banks and community partners across the state. But the heart and soul of these organizations are the hardworking staff and volunteers. For the families they serve, they’re a lifeline — and
and I couldn’t be more grateful for everything they do. For ways you can donate or volunteer, visit Mass.gov/SNAPFreeze
