The Stig
08-02-2013, 12:26 AM
Original story HERE (http://www.fox19.com/story/22952859/budget-cuts-in-food-stamps-severely-affect-tri-state-organizations) at fox19.com
CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -
The possible budget cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is leaving non-profit groups in fear that they will not be able to supply the growing needs of people with low incomes.
During the month of May, reports for Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky show nearly $36 million in benefits; however, the average family only collected about $135 in food stamps for the entire month.
Food pantries and ministries are often a supplement to help with additional food costs. More recently, John Eldridge with Isaiah House says ministries that help the poor are struggling.
"Non-profits are already cash strapped. We're already way, way overloaded as far as demand especially in the area of food," said Eldridge.
Just a random story from one area but my guess is this is going on around the country.
How might this lead to a localized SHTF event in your area?
CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19) -
The possible budget cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program is leaving non-profit groups in fear that they will not be able to supply the growing needs of people with low incomes.
During the month of May, reports for Southwest Ohio and Northern Kentucky show nearly $36 million in benefits; however, the average family only collected about $135 in food stamps for the entire month.
Food pantries and ministries are often a supplement to help with additional food costs. More recently, John Eldridge with Isaiah House says ministries that help the poor are struggling.
"Non-profits are already cash strapped. We're already way, way overloaded as far as demand especially in the area of food," said Eldridge.
Just a random story from one area but my guess is this is going on around the country.
How might this lead to a localized SHTF event in your area?