Vital hunger programs are under attack!

The House of Representatives is about to begin consideration of the 2013 Farm Bill, which includes vital programs that serve hungry families, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formally Food Stamps). These programs are essential lifelines that sustain children and families within our communities.

The House’s version of the Farm Bill proposes catastrophic cuts to these essential feeding programs. These cuts would cause two million individuals to lose their SNAP benefits entirely, 210,000 children to lose free school meals, and 850,000 to see their benefits cut by an average $90 per month.

Amendments will be offered to restore this funding. We must act now to ensure that programs for hungry families are preserved!

Some Members of Congress feel that it should be the exclusive job of churches and private groups to feed hungry people in our communities. Throughout our history, our congregations have been and continue to be on the front lines in meeting the needs of hungry families. While churches, food banks, and food pantries are doing great work in our community, charity alone cannot meet the current level of need.

Learn more about Farm Bill.

Act now! Contact your Member of Congress and urge them to oppose cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and other nutrition assistance programs important to hungry Americans.

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