How Local Nonprofits Are Addressing Food Needs In Lubbock

With the SNAP interruption looming, I've seen some real cruelty and indifference, everything from "get a job" (many SNAP recipients have jobs or are children/ disabled/ elderly) to comments on the mother's weight (low-quality, cheap food packs on pounds, we all know that).

However, for every callous comment I've seen, I've seen a dozen others that are full of compassion, care, and the desire to help. And I want to thank everyone who is a helper, a carer, a light in dark times. Many area nonprofits have the expertise and infrastructure to ensure your help goes where it's needed most.

How Lubbock Nonprofits Are Responding

Local food banks, churches, and outreach centers are already seeing higher demand and are bracing for the increased need. One local nonprofit, FOUND, recently posted about preparing for what now appears to be the inevitable.

We will continue to serve hungry STUDENTS through their teachers, administrators, school counselors, Communities in Schools site coordinators, etc.

We do not work with parents.

We do not serve the public at large.

But we DO rally the community to help with this ever-increasing demand.

What Is FOUND in Lubbock?

FOUND works with educators and school staff to identify children who may need food, clothing, or hygiene items. Teachers are an invaluable asset in identifying these kids who need some extra help.

If you are looking to help the most vulnerable, donating money or items to FOUND may be the route you'd like to take. They are looking for "SNACKS, clothing/shoes, hygiene & school supplies" and these items can be dropped off at donation sites, including: 8207 Ithaca Ave Suite B (All Seasons Property Care) 3520 Woodrow Road (Discount Storage) and 5828 Spur 327 (Hub City Body Shop).

There are many other organizations here to help in Lubbock, like East Lubbock Art House, the South Plains Food Bank and Beyond. And while most of us are stretched thin, if you can give a little, I promise your investment in humanity will pay off.

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Source: Local Lubbock Nonprofits Brace for SNAP Interruption, Here’s How You Can Help

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