With the Trump Administration threatening to withhold SNAP benefits from Americans in need, “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has launched a food drive to support the Los Angeles Food Bank and the St. Joseph Center.
The LA Food Bank’s mission is to “mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community,” while the St. Joseph Center helps “working-poor families and people experiencing homelessness to achieve stability and self-sufficiency.”
As the Trump Administration’s government shutdown approaches 36 days—marking a new record—there remains uncertainty over whether the 42 million Americans who rely on food stamp payments will continue to receive these benefits moving forward.
The show wrote on its Instagram account:
“Cutting SNAP benefits creates uncertainty for American children, seniors, and families. To support our community members in need, we’re starting a donation center in our Hollywood backlot to benefit the @LAFoodBank & @StJosephCtr. Details below. If you are in LA, please come by to donate food, and if you are not, please consider supporting your local food banks.”
Dubbed “The Jimmy Kimmel Live Big, Beautiful Food Bank,” the donation center is open from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 6901 Hawthorn Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028.
According to the show, the most needed food items include:
– Low-sodium soups, chili, and stews
– Tuna, chicken, and salmon (cans or pouches)
– Nut butters
– Low-sugar cereals
– Protein bars
– Whole grain pasta and rice
Additionally, the following items are requested:
– Crackers
– Trail mix
– Fruit snacks
– 100% juice boxes
– Dried fruit
– UHT milk
– Cereal boxes
Personal care items are also welcomed, including wipes, diapers, facial cleanser, deodorant, soap, lotions, oral hygiene products, and feminine products.
If you are in the Los Angeles area, consider stopping by to donate. If not, please support your local food banks to help those in need during this challenging time.
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