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SNAP Benefits Delay: Need Help or Want to Help
Beginning November 1, 2025, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments may be delayed due to the federal government shutdown. The City of Boston and Boston Public Schools are committed to ensuring that students and families have access to nourishing school meals and food assistance during this time.
- Breakfast and lunch are available at no charge to all students every school day and will continue to be available during the federal government shutdown. BPS offers a variety of hot and cold entrées, along with fresh fruit and vegetables at every meal.
- Call the BPS Helpline with any questions at 617-635-8873. The Helpline hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
- The City of Boston has compiled a list of resources and frequently asked questions at boston.gov/snap or call 3-1-1 for assistance.
- Want to help? Beginning on November 3, collection bins for non-perishable food items will be set up at 11 locations across the district. Visit bostonpublicschools.org/snap for a list of locations.
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