
Food Banks and pantries sound alarm on proposed SNAP Cuts
Food Bank for the Heartland and Omaha pantries say they are facing increased need, while SNAP cuts would put more burden on pantries.
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Food Bank for the Heartland and Omaha pantries say they are facing increased need, while SNAP cuts would put more burden on pantries.

On May 31, 2025, Brian Barks, President and CEO of Food Bank for the Heartland, and Michaella Kumke, President and CEO of Food Bank of Lincoln, developed a joint op-ed to encourage people to contact their U.S. Senator about the proposed changes to SNAP under the House’s Reconciliation Budget bill.

As the need for food assistance increases, hunger advocates fear cuts to SNAP will only make things worse.

Food Bank for the Heartland says any changes to SNAP would significantly impact their operations, pantry partners, and neighbors in need.

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