PIERRE, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Feeding South Dakota is asking state lawmakers for three million dollars, to help fill the gap from lost federal food aid. CEO Lori Dykstra says the nonprofit is already cutting administrative costs, but needs help to meet rising demand. Several state-run assistance programs are also feeling the federal budget cuts. The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program will see a ten-percent cut starting in September. For more Government stories from MitchellNow.com, Click Here.
Feeding South Dakota Seeks $3 Million from Lawmakers Amid Federal Aid Cuts
Feeding South Dakota is requesting $3 million in state funding to offset the loss of federal food aid as demand for hunger relief continues to rise. CEO Lori Dykstra says the nonprofit has already reduced administrative expenses but still faces a growing gap. Meanwhile, state-run assistance programs, including Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), will see a 10% budget cut beginning in September, affecting vulnerable households across the state.
