SNAP benefit losses: GoPuff, Philly businesses step up to help those in need

Philly businesses offering free meals amid SNAP food benefit losses

As the government shutdown looms, millions of Americans face the loss of their food stamp benefits this Saturday, leaving many in Philadelphia vulnerable.

The Brief

Millions of Americans could lose SNAP food benefits starting Saturday due to the government shutdown.

Philadelphia alone has half a million people who may be affected.

Local businesses are stepping up to help those in need.

As the government shutdown looms, millions of Americans face the loss of their food stamp benefits this Saturday, leaving many in Philadelphia vulnerable.

However, some local businesses are stepping up to help those in need.

Local businesses offer food support

What we know:

Andrew Cunningham of K and A Bagel at 1426 NJ-70 in Cherry