The government shutdown and cuts to critical programs mean more families are going hungry—almost 1.8 million New Yorkers who receive SNAP may receive only 50% of their benefit this month, and federal employees remain without pay. WSCAH is responding by distributing over 12,000 turkeys, pork shoulders, and other holiday staples, and increasing our food allotment by 50% for as long as this crisis continues—your urgent support makes this possible.

The old rules no longer apply. With federal, state, and city systems in flux, food insecurity is surging—WSCAH served 80% more people in November than in October. Even as SNAP benefits return, stress lingers, and WSCAH has boosted food allotments by 50% through year-end. So what’s next? Tune in for this essential discussion on food security, system change, and the work ahead that can effect real change on Hangry for Change, Episode 16: Knowledge is Power.

New York City’s emergency food infrastructure is under immense strain as federal, state, and city support rapidly erodes. The burden is shifting to communities, nonprofits, and volunteers who are already stretched thin. The urgency to act has never been greater.