Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, there may be uncertainty about Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits and other essential supports. To ensure that all families receive support and have access to necessary information during this time, please refer to the attached resources, which include a link to State resources compiled by the NJDOE and information provided by the HHRSD elementary guidance counselor.
https://www.nj.gov/basicneeds/food/get-food-this-week.shtml
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DoorDash is waiving delivery and service fees for 300,000 grocery orders for SNAP recipients. DoorDash and grocery partners are covering the cost of delivery and service fees for an estimated 300,000 orders for SNAP recipients in November, helping families stretch budgets during any SNAP freeze. Customers who have linked a SNAP/EBT card to their profile can shop on DoorDash at Sprouts, Dollar General, Schnucks, Food Lion, Giant Foods, The GIANT Company, Hannaford, Stop & Shop, Hy-Vee, Giant Eagle, and Wegmans and have their delivery and service fees waived on one order.* https://about.doordash.com/en-us/news/snap-shutdown-announcement
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Olio App also works with businesses to redistribute their unsold or unserved food: https://www.monmouthresourcenet.org/search/olio-the-app-for-finding-what-you-need-and-sharing-what-you-don-t-with-local-people/
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Too Good to Go App: https://www.toogoodtogo.com/en-us
