The megabill further shuttered the SNAP-Ed, a federally funded grant program that "helps people make their SNAP dollars stretch, teaches them how to cook healthy meals, and lead physically active lifestyles," according to the program's website. Funding for SNAP-Ed ended Oct. 1.

The federal government shutdown is threatening to suspend these SNAP benefits, after the US Department of Agriculture last week, in a message on its website, that payments would not be issued on Nov.

Federal funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, used by 42 million Americans, is set to run dry on Saturday as the U.S. government shutdown continues.

Gov. Mike DeWine signed an executive order to give $7 million to Ohio food banks and $18 million to low-income families.

While food banks will likely bear the brunt of the lapse in SNAP benefits funding, some companies and local businesses are providing some relief.

DoorDash is delivering one million free meals nationwide through its food-bank network. The company is waiving delivery and service fees on grocery

Many faith leaders say the charge to help the poor is clear in Scripture, but the religious community is not monolithic on the issue.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools will continue free and reduced-price meals despite a SNAP pause beginning Nov. 1; the district expects higher student meal participation.

Nearly a month into the shutdown, food banks across the country are already straining to meet rising demand. Now, they are bracing for an even bigger surge.