As the government shutdown continues with no immediate signs of a resolution, Feeding Tampa By is prepared to provide help for people whose paychecks are on hold.

So maybe somebody thats at the airport, maybe somebody thats a contractor for our military services. Those folks will suddenly be without a paycheck, said Thomas Mantz, President & CEO, Feeding Tampa Bay.

He told Tampa Bay 28 theyre working to fill the gap.

We want to make sure that were there, so first and most importantly, putting good, healthy food on the table and then other resources that they may need, said Mantz.

The organization is providing free, fresh food for anyone whos impacted by the shutdown, expanding their capacity to make sure any affected employees have access to essential resources.

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