At Concilio, our mission is to uplift and protect the well-being of the families we serve. Today, we must address a serious issue impacting our community.

For the first time in our nation’s history, the federal administration is allowing the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to lapse during a government shutdown.

This decision puts millions of families at risk, including children, older adults, and working parents who rely on SNAP to put food on the table.

We know many families are worried. We are deeply concerned, too. Food should never be used as a bargaining tool in political negotiations. Our community deserves stability, dignity, and access to basic needs.

What Concilio is doing

We are:• Monitoring policy developments in real time• Coordinating with partner organizations to identify emergency food support

• Preparing resources and information for families who may be impacted

How can you stay supported

• Find a site near you:www.phila.gov/food/• Contact Feeding America or your local food bank for assistance: https://www.feedingamerica.org • Follow our channels for updates and available resources• Share your story if you are being affected. Your voice matters, and it helps drive change.

We will continue advocating for our community and sharing updates as more information becomes available.

We stand with every family facing uncertainty today.We are here for you, always.

In community and solidarity, CONCILIO