SNAP benefits were paused nationwide in November due to the federal government shutdown. The SNAP initiative in Alabama is managed by the Alabama Department of Human Resources. The program provides $140 million per month in assistance, according to DHR. More: Know before you go. How to find reliable food assistance in Central AL during SNAP pause

Alabama SNAP benefits will not go out on Nov 1, leaving thousands at risk. How many will be affected? Here's what to know.

On November 1, 2025, Alabama's food assistance system ground to a halt. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) froze all Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payments in the state, abruptly cutting off $140 million in monthly aid.

Long-term funding for SNAP and WIC remains in limbo as the U.S. government shutdown ties for being the longest in history.

Part of that money will go towards a community food drive for those who have lost a critical way to feed themselves and their loved ones. That is nearly one in four households in Birmingham, Woodfin said.

They’ll be given a debit card that they’ll be able to use, similar to how they would otherwise use their SNAP benefit card,” City Council President Wardine Alexander said.

As the federal government shutdown continues, families across Alabama who rely on SNAP benefits are feeling the impact. Now, cities and local organizations are stepping up to help fill the gap. At Grace Klein Community in Pelham,

Alabama families are facing uncertainties as the loss of SNAP benefits and the government shutdown mean they are losing critical access to food.