Gov. Lee launches FeedTN.org to connect families with food assistance and volunteer opportunities NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee House Republican Caucus is encouraging citizens to volunteer, donate to food banks and share information about statewide resources available to families impacted by the ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown. The shutdown has halted funding for key federal programs, […]
Gov. Lee launches FeedTN.org to connect families with food assistance and volunteer opportunities
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee House Republican Caucus is encouraging citizens to volunteer, donate to food banks and share information about statewide resources available to families impacted by the ongoing Democrat-led government shutdown.
The shutdown has halted funding for key federal programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has notified all states that there will be insufficient funds to cover November SNAP benefits if the shutdown continues. Because the program is federally funded, Tennessee and other states are unable to use state dollars to provide or load benefits onto SNAP cards. Nearly 700,000 Tennesseans will be impacted.
To help fill the gap, Gov. Bill Lee today announced the launch of FeedTN.org, a platform connecting Tennesseans to food resources, volunteer opportunities, and community partners across all 95 counties.
“I’m grateful to Governor Lee for his leadership, our faith community, and the many volunteers stepping up to support Tennessee families,” said House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville. “FeedTN.org is proof that Tennessee-led, community-driven solutions are always better than what Washington can offer. I encourage everyone to visit the site and join this effort to protect and care for our families.”
Through the Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Initiative (GFBCI), more than 300 nonprofit and community leaders are coordinating statewide to identify needs and mobilize local response efforts.
“Our most vulnerable Tennesseans shouldn’t have to pay the price for the Democrat Party’s dysfunction,” said House Majority Leader William Lamberth, R-Portland. “Tennesseans can count on their communities, faith-based partners and the many volunteers across our state who are stepping up to help their neighbors. FeedTN.org will be a vital tool to connect people with help quickly, and I appreciate Gov. Lee and our many partners for their leadership in helping to bridge this gap.”
Through the Governor’s Faith-Based and Community Initiative (GFBCI), more than 300 nonprofit and community leaders are coordinating statewide to identify needs and mobilize local response efforts.
At FeedTN.org, Tennesseans can:
- Locate local food distribution sites and volunteer opportunities
- Donate food or make financial contributions to vetted community partners
- Access communication materials for churches and organizations to share locally
Additional support continues through the Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Emergency Food Assistance Program, which provides food to regional food banks, and TennCare’s CHOICES meal delivery program for older adults and adults with disabilities.
“Tennessee has always been known as the Volunteer State because when times get tough, we take care of each other,” said Republican Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, “While we wait for Democrats to put Americans first, I encourage anyone who can to volunteer, donate, or help spread the word so families across our state can access the support they need. That’s what being a Tennessean is all about.”
Tennesseans seeking assistance or wishing to volunteer can visit FeedTN.org for more information.
Other resources include:
Tennessee Department of Human Resources Community Resources
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