There is enough when we work together

A federal court decision on October 31 brings an important measure of relief. The temporary order blocking the planned halt of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits means that food assistance will continue for the 42 million Americans who rely on it, including thousands of families here in Nashville.

These rulings appear to apply nationwide, though the federal government may appeal. Even if funds are released, November SNAP benefits may still be delayed as states process payments. We will continue to monitor updates and share what this means for families in Tennessee.

This decision offers a pause, not an ending.

Hunger does not wait for policy to settle, and our work to grow, cook, and share nourishing food with our partners continues across the city.

• Together for Nashville

  Current efforts in Nashville include:

  • Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee: emergency food distribution and mobile pantries: Hunger Can’t Wait.

  • Open Table Nashville: outreach and connection to Food Boxes/Pantries and meals

  • YWCA Nashville & Middle Tennessee:family support and community care.

  • The Branch:neighborhood food assistance and meal delivery.

  As more nonprofits and organizations share their plans, we will keep this space updated with new ways to connect, support, and give.

• How You Can Help Right Now

  Give: Your support today helps us keep fresh ingredients moving where they are needed most. Every dollar helps turn recovered food into hot, healthy meals.
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  1. Volunteer: From meal preparation to garden work to food distribution, your time makes a difference.
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  2. Share: Tell others about the need. A simple post or conversation can connect someone to a meal or a way to help.

  If you or someone you know is affected by the loss of SNAP benefits, please visit thenashvillefoodproject.org/together for updates, community resources, and ways to get involved.

  This city has weathered hard seasons before. Each time, Nashville has shown that compassion is stronger than crisis. Together, we will show once again that care always finds its way to the table.

• other efforts include:

  Healing Minds and Souls: 500 weekly community meals and medically tailored meal boxes to families and seniors across the 37208 zip code

  We hold fast to a simple belief: there is enough. When we work together, we can make sure that good food continues to find its way to every table.

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