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Food pantries across New York City are overwhelmed as demand surges—lines form before dawn, even though these centers don’t open for hours. With free school meals gone for summer and gas prices soaring, families are struggling more than ever. Compounding the crisis, new federal SNAP rules require most adults to prove they’re working, volunteering, or in school to keep benefits—leaving thousands at risk of losing aid. For many, especially those with disabilities or health conditions, meeting these requirements is nearly impossible. Service providers scramble to help, but the fear of losing critical support is real. As costs climb and policies tighten, food banks are stretched thin—unable to fill the gap left by disappearing SNAP assistance. This is a crisis that’s only getting worse.

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