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Resources and Support for Rhode Islanders Facing Food Insecurity
Help is Available
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As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older Georgians—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
You Are Not Alone
If you are facing food insecurity, know that help is available. Whether you need groceries, home-delivered meals, or someone to talk to, these resources are here to support you. You deserve dignity, nourishment, and peace of mind.
Check Your EBT Balance
Unused SNAP benefits from previous months may still be available. Benefits usually stay on your card for up to 12 months. Visit your state’s EBT portal or call the number on the back of your card to check your balance.
Find Local Food Assistance and Services
Many food banks and pantries offer services tailored to older individuals, including home delivery and dietary-sensitive options:
In Rhode Island:
Find a Food Bank:
https://rifoodbank.org/find-food
All RI Community Tables:
https://oha.ri.gov/what-we-do/connect/nutrition/community-tables
Food Assistance (including food banks, church pantries, etc.): https://dhs.ri.gov/sites/g/files/xkgbur426/files/2023-09/FAL-SEP-6-2023-QR-code.pdf
Food distribution network/Hope Market: Feed RI | Initiatives: Programs to Combat Hunger Statewide
Catholic Food Banks:
Microsoft Word - Rhode Island Catholic Food Bank List
Let's Get Back on Track by RI Public Health Institute (includes Aging Well, RI Coalition to End Homelessness Meal Sites, Food on the Move, etc):
Food Banks & Food Pantries - Back On Track RI
Nationwide resources:
- Feeding America Food Bank Locator - https://www.feedingamerica.org/find-your-local-foodbank
- Hunger Free America - https://findfood.hungerfreeamerica.org
- Food Finder Interactive Map - https://foodfinder.us/
- WhyHunger Find Food Database - https://whyhunger.org/find-food
- Meals on Wheels America: Delivers nutritious meals directly to homes. Find a provider - https://www.mealsonwheelsamerica.org/
- Little Food Pantries - https://www.thelittlefreepantries.org/
- Harvesters Community Food Network - https://www.harvesters.org
- Local Area Agencies on Aging (AAA): These agencies often coordinate food delivery, congregate meals, and other support services. Find your local AAA - https://eldercare.acl.gov/home
National Hotlines for Immediate Help
- National Hunger Hotline: Call 1-866-3-HUNGRY or 1-877-8-HAMBRE (Spanish)
- WhyHunger Hotline: Call 1-800-5-HUNGRY or text your ZIP code to 1-800-548-6479
- Call 2-1-1 or visit 211.org to connect with local food programs.
