AUBURNDALE, Fla. — While two federal judges ruled Friday that the federal government must use emergency funding to partially support the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), it’s still unclear when millions of families will receive their benefits for November.

What You Need To Know • With delays in November SNAP benefits, pantries like Bibleway Resource Center are already feeling the strain as more families seek assistance. • The pantry is working hard to stretch limited resources but is nearing capacity due to rising need. • Pantry leaders are urging the public to donate nonperishable food items or host drives to help fill the gap as they prepare for potentially worsening conditions.

As a result, local food pantries are already feeling the strain of increased demand.

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