DENVER — Across the metro area, Coloradans are feeling the impact of the government shutdown as SNAP benefits remain in limbo , and many nonprofit organizations are seeing a surge as items quickly come off the shelves.

But thanks to the generosity of Denver7 viewers, Denver7 Gives presented four nonprofits with $2,000 checks, including SECOR Cares, Mountain Resource Center, The Action Center, and We Don't Waste.

"Oftentimes, when you find yourself in need, you have to prove that you need, and we take that away from them immediately to help restore their hope and dignity," Long said.

As far as how the nonprofit is seeing the impact of the government shutdown, Long explained that guests fill out an application to shop, as it is by appointment only. She explained that, "just in the mon

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