Local food banks in Arizona are preparing for a significant increase in demand if SNAP benefits lapse on Nov. 1. Food banks say cash donations are most effective, as they can stretch each dollar further to provide more meals. With funding for the ...

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is allocating $1.8 million to mitigate the potential suspension of SNAP funding due to the government shutdown.

Those receiving SNAP benefits will not receive their money in November, the Arizona Department of Economic Security announced Thursday.

Facing the loss of $150 million in federal SNAP benefits starting Nov. 1, many Arizonans, including resident Christian Guerrero, are deeply concerned about securing food.

With SNAP benefits delayed by a government funding lapse, Arizona volunteers mobilize emergency food drives to feed families in need.

Arizonans who donate to qualifying charitable organizations, like St. Mary’s and the Arizona Food Bank Network, can receive a tax credit on their state tax return. Residents can get up to $495 for individuals and $987 for couples for 2025. While monetary donations are appreciated, many food banks are accepting food donations as well.

Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs is blaming President Donald Trump for the looming SNAP benefits pause. "There are contingency funds specifically for this purpose, and he should release those funds so that people aren't hungry,

Despite two federal court rulings to keep SNAP running during the shutdown, questions remain about when benefits will reach families.