Reporters from the NPR Network are covering the uncertainty and lapse in benefits in states across the country.

The Trump administration in court filings said it will partially fund SNAP benefits during the federal government shutdown.

I just feel sad that there are so many people, children and elderly people who are not getting these benefits when they need to," he said at a screening of his new film, 'Tyler Perry's Finding Joy,' while urging others to help those in need.

Many public transit agencies offer free or reduced fare programs for SNAP members as a way to address public transportation as a barrier to accessing food, employment and

One Gladstone food pantry says demand for help has nearly doubled — and they’re struggling to keep their shelves stocked.

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services announced Wednesday that partial SNAP benefits will be distributed in the coming days.

After noticing a rise in the cry for help, Meals on Wheels South Florida established the Senior SNAP Relief Program. "Over 60, homebound, and in need who have lost their SNAP benefits, we will kick in immediately two weeks' worth of food. Maybe by then it will be ended. If it isn't, you'll immediately get another two weeks," said Bourgault.

Louisiana has announced today that SNAP benefits will be funded specifically for the elderly, disabled, and children across the state as the government shutdown continues.

President Trump said in a Truth Social post Tuesday that SNAP benefits won’t be paid until the government reopen.