Mayor Lurie, Board of Supervisors, Crankstart Partner to Support San Francisco Families as Federal Government Shutdown Threatens to Interrupt SNAP Benefits

Mayor Daniel Lurie announced a partnership with the Board of Supervisors and the Crankstart Foundation to provide critical food assistance to nearly 112,000 San Franciscans as SNAP benefits face an unprecedented lapse amid a federal government shutdown. The initiative will allocate $18 million in funding, with $9. 1 million from the city and a matching $9 million from Crankstart to support families facing food insecurity through November. This emergency aid strategy will distribute prepaid cards for grocery purchases, ensuring that families can access food during this critical period. Mayor Lurie stated, "We will not stand by with the federal government set to let these critical benefits lapse.

" Crankstart CEO Missy Narula described the initiative as a matter of common decency, emphasizing that neighbors should not go hungry. The San Francisco Human Services Agency will manage the program, leveraging a pro bono partnership with GiveCard, which has previously supported emergency relief efforts. The funding aims to support over 82,000 households, including seniors and families with children. As SNAP benefits are delayed starting November 1, this partnership represents a vital lifeline for many residents.