The USDA is providing states with about half the normal funding, requiring systems to be recalibrated. Federal officials and the White House have indicated that payments will be delayed for weeks or months. Food banks are preparing to assist but cannot fully cover the gap left by delayed SNAP benefits.

Nonprofits, businesses and local governments are stepping up to help people experiencing food insecurity as SNAP benefits are paused.

SNAP benefit delays are leaving Georgia families hungry. Here’s how to support local food banks, donate smartly and make an impact in your community.

Confusion over funding for SNAP benefits is causing many recipients to worry whether they’ll be able to put food on the table.

ATLANTA — The federal government announced on Friday that it intends to comply with a judge’s order and fully fund SNAP for the month of November. And now, the state of Georgia said it will issue those benefits in accordance with federal directives.

A picture going viral on social media says Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is offering free kids meals during the SNAP freeze. But is it true?

Georgia’s SNAP benefits will pause Nov. 1 as the federal shutdown halts $3 billion in annual food aid. Atlanta launched an emergency plan to prevent water shutoffs and evictions as 1.5 million Georgians risk losing SNAP. Food banks warn demand is already up 70 percent, and advocates say even brief cuts could harm health and education statewide.

Georgia’s SNAP administrators say they would need more than $60 million from state coffers to maintain their level of staffing after next year’s federal cuts to the program that more […]

If you’ve ever stopped by the Athens Farmers Market, you’ve probably noticed a sign at the welcome booth reading “Double SNAP” or “Double EBT.” The program doubles the value of