10/30/2025
It's day 29 of the federal government shutdown — and today, thousands of civilian federal employees will miss their first full paychecks, including nearly 23,000 living in New Jersey.
As the shutdown continues, the impact is spreading beyond the federal workforce. Without a government funding agreement, SNAP benefits will stop on November 1. That means millions of Americans will lose access to the food assistance they need. In New Jersey alone, close to 850,000 residents rely on SNAP to help put food on the table.
At CFBNJ, we’re preparing for a surge in need — because hunger doesn’t wait for paychecks or politics. Please join us in standing with federal workers and families across the state. Donate, volunteer, and advocate for solutions that keep food on every table.
Visit cfbnj.org to get involved or to find help if you are impacted and need food assistance.
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey is NJ’s largest anti-hunger organization. Learn more about our mission & how we help our hungry neighbors.
