Nashville, TN (WOKI) – Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announces funding for food banks as the government shutdown continues and SNAP benefits are reduced.
Lee is strengthening their efforts by giving $5 million in new state funding for food banks. Grants will be allocated based on SNAP populations in each region.
In an effort to relieve some pressure from food banks across the state, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee says he wants to help nonprofits serving Tennesseans in need.
Last week, the governor’s office launched Feed TN dot org to connect Tennesseans with local food resources and opportunities to serve.
Statement by Governor Bill Lee funding Food Banks during Federal Government shutdown
