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PALM BEACH COUNTY, Fla. — SNAP users across the Treasure Coast are still waiting for grocery money that's missing from their accounts three weeks into November.

It's creating a financial strain that's feeling even more pressure with the holidays right around the corner.

The Treasure Coast Food Bank (TCFB) told WPTV's Joel Lopez they have seen a 25% increase in people needing food since funding challenges with SNAP began affecting local families

To help with the demand, the food bank has ramped up their efforts with food distribution.

The organization has also launched its holiday meal drive where they are expecting to serve 80,000 people during the Thanksgiving holiday throughout the Treasure Coast.

The red tote bags are filled with eggs, ham, mac and cheese, canned goods and mo

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