Food Bank Overwhelmed With Gratitude After $1 Million Donation

On Tuesday, the Dallas County Commissioners Court revealed a significant $1 million contribution to the North Texas Food Bank, aimed at enhancing supplemental food assistance for those in Dallas County affected by furloughs or those receiving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits experiencing delays or reductions.This donation is poised to offer crucial support to families grappling with food insecurity, enabling the food bank to expand its ability to supply nourishing meals through 25-pound bags of shelf-stable products and fresh produce, translating to roughly 30 meals."As President Trump continues to withhold SNAP funds, many residents face challenges in feeding their families,” stated Dallas County Judge Clay Lewis Jenkins. “Collaborating with the North Texas Food Bank is pivotal in our mission to prevent hunger in Dallas County.”Serving thousands each week, the North Texas Food Bank collaborates with various agencies to address increasing demands as financial hardship ensues. Trisha Cunningham, president and CEO of the North Texas Food Bank, expressed gratitude for the county's unwavering support, noting that this funding will assist families facing instability from stalled SNAP benefits and unpaid wages. Jenkins has also mobilized additional private funds and is pursuing more support from local jurisdictions. To facilitate access, Dallas County now...