CEO Nancy Coughlin calls on the community to come together to make sure people in Fairfield County have food on their table.
With the federal government shutdown halting SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits, thousands of Connecticut residents could lose critical food assistance as early as November 1. In response, Person to Person (P2P) is expanding its food programs by 50% to make sure local families, seniors and individuals continue to have access to healthy food during this uncertain time.
Each month, more than 390,000 Connecticut residents rely on SNAP to put meals on the table, including 18,000 people in towns P2P serves. If federal funding remains paused, people across the state, particularly in high-cost regions like Fairfield County, will face difficult choices between food, rent, health care and utilities.
“When federal programs stop, it’s our local communities that step in and Person to Person is here to help,” said Nancy Coughlin, CEO of Person to Person. “Families who were already struggling are now at risk of going without meals starting this weekend. At P2P, we’re doing everything we can to make sure our neighbors are fed, supported, and know they’re not alone.”
P2P’s food pantries and mobile food programs serve thousands of households each month, offering groceries, fresh produce, and essentials at no cost. As the SNAP shutdown looms, the organization is increasing food distributions, extending service hours, and working closely with local partners, schools, and faith communities to reach more families in need.
“The need is growing every day,” Coughlin added. “We’re ready to respond, but we can’t do it alone. Every food or financial donation, every volunteer shift, every food drive helps ensure that no one in our community goes hungry.”
Person to Person is encouraging community members to donate funds or food, volunteer, or help spread the word to those who may be affected by the SNAP pause.
How to Help
– Donate: Financial gifts make it possible to purchase fresh food and restock pantry shelves quickly. Food donations of our most needed items also help.
– Volunteer: Help sort, pack, or distribute food at one of P2P’s pantry locations.
– Share: Spread the message that help is available for anyone facing food insecurity.
About Person to Person (P2P)
Founded in 1968, Person to Person (P2P) is a community-supported nonprofit that provides essential resources to help families meet their basic needs and achieve stability. Through food assistance, emergency financial aid, and educational programs, P2P serves thousands of individuals and families across Fairfield County each year.
Together with volunteers, donors, and partners, P2P believes in neighbors helping neighbors—and ensuring that every person has the opportunity to thrive.
For more information, to make a donation, or to find assistance, visit p2pHelps.org
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