SNAP and WIC funding remain topic of focus for Alabama Arise advocates

Long-term funding for SNAP and WIC remains in limbo as the U.S. government shutdown ties for being the longest in history.

Birmingham approves $1 million in SNAP relief funding

They’ll be given a debit card that they’ll be able to use, similar to how they would otherwise use their SNAP benefit card,” ...
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Birmingham business owners give away free food for those affected by government shutdown

Charnita Horton partnered with a dozen food trucks to give out free food to those affected by government shutdown. The line ...

River Region schools support those in need of food as government shutdown takes toll

We were just amazed by the response so far,” said Airport Road Intermediate School Principal Marcia Stevens. “Without the community, we would not have this. It’s amazing how we asked and they ...