COLUMBIA, S.C. — As the federal government shutdown continues and SNAP benefits are suspended , state officials, nonprofit groups and local food banks and businesses are mobilizing to help those in need.

According to the South Carolina Department of Social Services, more than 556,000 South Carolinians—representing 266,000 households—received $104 million in SNAP benefits in September 2025. The South Carolina Department of Public Health reports there are more than 900 food banks and pantries statewide that could be impacted by the funding halt.

Governor Henry McMaster announced Thursday that the One SC Fund has been activated and the South Carolina State Guard will assist food banks statewide in response to suspension of federal SNAP benefits beginning November 1, 2025 , due to the

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