NUTLEY, NJ - One of the programs stopped because of the federal government shutdown is SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Access Program). Nutley being Nutley, the community is coming together to help those facing food insecurity.
The Nutley Public School system is just one of the key players in this effort. On Saturday, Nov. 1 the district announced two efforts taking place this week to help.
Please note, online registration is required to participate and must be completed by Monday.
The letter from the district follows:
Dear Nutley School Community,
As many of you may be aware, upcoming changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will impact funding for many families in our community. We understand that this change may create challenges related to food security, especially as schools will be closed this Thursday and Friday (November 6th and 7th) for the NJEA Convention.
During this time, the Nutley Public School District is committed to supporting our families in need through two initiatives:
These efforts have been made possible thanks to the generous support of the LoCurcio family and the ShopRite of Nutley, as well as our district’s food services partner, Pomptonian Food Service. Their collaboration ensures that our students and families continue to have access to nutritious food when federal support funding is paused, even when schools are closed.
Families who currently participate in the free or reduced lunch program or receive SNAP benefits are encouraged to take part in these opportunities. We will also support families that are not receiving a paycheck due to the government shutdown. To help us plan and ensure we have enough food available, please complete the short form below by Monday, November 3rd at 1PM to either:
Supporting Our Families - Meal Distribution Form:https://forms.gle/ug7bPb8gVcNhZtNC8
As we assess community needs and monitor changes to available funding, the district will continue to adjust our efforts to support Nutley families when possible.
Additionally, the district will continue to work with the Township of Nutley, and the Nutley Family Service Bureau (NFSB) to coordinate support. The Nutley Family Service Bureau is open Monday through Friday 9AM until 8PM at 169 Chestnut Street. NFSB offers emergency food assistance (bags of groceries to individuals and families in need) to all community members. In addition, the Nutley Family Service Bureau will help residents in need with clothing, pet items, holiday meal programs, utility assistance and public benefit assistance case management.
Thank you for your continued partnership and care for one another. Together, we can ensure that every child and family in our community feels supported during this uncertain time.
Warm regards,Kent BaniaSuperintendent of SchoolsNutley Public Schools
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