BUFFALO, N.Y. (WKBW) — Due to the government shutdown, nearly 3 million New Yorkers will not receive SNAP benefits on Saturday.
With so much uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits, 7 News has compiled a list of food resources across Western New York for those impacted.
General Food Resources
- 211 WNY — Connects people to services in seven counties in WNY: Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Niagara, Orleans, and Wyoming.
- 211 Finger Lakes — Connects people to services in Allegany County.
- FeedMore WNY — Provides programs and services throughout Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie and Niagara counties. On their website, you can locate a food pantry, a mobile food pantry, sign up for meal services and find the farm market.
County-specific Food Resources
- Allegany County residents can find resources here.
- Cattaraugus County residents can find resources here and here.
- Chautauqua County residents can find resources here.
- Erie County residents can find resources here.
- Genesee County residents can find resources here.
- Niagara County residents can find resources here and here.
- Orleans County residents can find resources here.
- Wyoming County residents can find resources here.
