‘There are children going to bed hungry’: Nonprofit leaders discuss America’s food crisis

SNAP Benefit Cuts and Delays - The Trump administration authorized reduced SNAP food benefits, cutting payments in half and significantly delaying them [1] - 42 million people are unsure how they will pay for groceries [10] - The administration's actions are considered unprecedented as no previous administration has failed to fully fund SNAP [9] Impact on Vulnerable Populations - Reduced SNAP benefits are causing hardship for vulnerable and poor people across the US, including those in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and five US territories [5] - Families are struggling to secure their next meal, leading to increased insecurity and anxiety [5] - People are facing difficult choices between paying bills and providing food for their families [8] - The cuts disproportionately affect the working poor, children, and the elderly [13] Charitable Organizations' Response - Nonprofit organizations and other entities are working to compensate for reduced benefits through food drives and increased resources to food banks [1] - Catholic Charities USA and local Catholic Charities are addressing the needs of those affected, including federal employees who have been laid off [4] - These organizations are facing limited resources in addressing the increased need [4] Call for Unity and Action - There is a call for unity and bridge-building to address hunger in the US, devoid of partisan politics [13] - Stakeholders are urged to treat the issue with urgency and recognize the human dignity of those affected [14] - The situation is described as an urgent crisis for the country [6]