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Friday, November 7, 2025
As you’re aware, the government shutdown means that SNAP funds (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) are being cut off to their recipients. While the courts decide if this is permissible, some Americans are moving into compassionate action.
Thursday afternoon of this week, I arrived at our local library a bit after 4 p.m. to see these food items parked on a bench outside the library door. (Sorry for the badly-focused photo.) As you can see, there’s no accompanying sign, just the food. But it’s obvious that a generous soul parted with some personal funds to provide help.
An hour and a half later, as I departed, here’s what was left.
We don’t know what the future holds for SNAP funds. And I also don’t know if all this food really went directly into the automobile of a needy person or two. But I do know that generosity is a gift of God, and those who exercise it are noticed, and rewarded, by our generous Creator.
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