El Paso is facing a serious food insecurity crisis, with over a third of residents not knowing where their next meal is coming from. This is way worse than the rest of Texas and could strain city services.
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Rising — being discussed more frequently. 2 mentions in the last 30 days.
This means the city might have to spend more on food assistance programs.
Local food banks and charities will likely see more support and donations.
Low-income families and individuals are bearing the brunt of this crisis.
The El Paso WIC program serves up to 26,000 people in a given year. The post WIC eases check-in appointments through remote access, launches new EBT cards appeared first on El Paso Matters.
As grocery and fuel costs skyrocket, fewer households in El Paso are receiving food stamps. The post SNAP enrollment declines in El Paso after policy changes appeared first on El Paso Matters.
El Paso food insecurity at 35%, over twice state average, city council hears KFOX
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