South Carolina State Guard Assists Families Impacted by Government Shutdown and Delayed SNAP Benefits

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GREENVILLE, S.C. (WSPA) – In an effort to aid families impacted by the ongoing federal government shutdown and delays in SNAP benefits, the South Carolina State Guard is spearheading food distribution efforts at the Harvest Hope Food Bank in Greenville.

As the food pantry opened its doors at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, a line of cars wrapped around the building, underscoring the substantial effect the situation has had on South Carolina residents.

Thousands of families in the Upstate region are experiencing difficulties due to a pause in SNAP benefits.

“We have 12 individuals who have been integrated into the Harvest Hope Food Bank process here to assist,” explained BG William Hollingsworth, deputy commander of the SC State Guard.

The state government office is actively engaged at both the Greenville and Columbia distribution centers, where they are helping with packing boxes, preparing food items, and potentially managing traffic flow.

“Normally we do that in times of manmade or natural disasters, but in this case, it is a different type mission,” Hollingsworth continued,

Greenville resident Karin Staring said the shutdown has posed challenges, even causing her to ration food.

“I have EBT,” she told 7NEWS. “And I don’t have any money coming in.”

Staring said she also plans to ration the food she received from Harvest Hope on Wednesday.

Shirley Bowens, another resident, shared her difficult choices, choosing to spend her money on gas or food.

“It’s the only way I’mma get here,” she said. “You know I think ill be able to make it to get back home but that’s where I’ll be, because I’ll have some food.”

Harvest Hope Food Bank will continue its operations on Thursday and Friday, and from Nov. 10-14.

With ongoing support from the state guard, the food bank aims to alleviate some of the burdens faced by families during this challenging time.

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