In the richest country in the world no one should go hungry or be forced to choose between putting food on the table and paying for other necessities like rent, heat, and medicine. Food is a human right, not a political bargaining chip. 78,000 households receiving SNAP in Erie County alone will lose benefits as of November 1, 2025,  and the hardest impact will be felt by children.

 

At the Massachusetts Avenue Project (MAP), we believe everyone deserves access to fresh, healthy, and culturally meaningful food—no matter their income, race, ability, citizenship status, gender, age, or sexuality.

 

That’s why we work toward a more just food system through our programs that connect food access, education, and community empowerment. At our Mobile Markets and Farmhouse Market, we proudly accept a range of nutrition assistance programs, including SNAP, Double Up Food Bucks, FreshConnect, Farmers Market Nutrition Program checks, and our own Harvest Savings discount program. Recent and proposed cuts to SNAP threaten to deepen food insecurity for thousands of families in Buffalo and across the country. We remain committed to standing with our community and expanding access to affordable, nutritious food. 

 

Throughout the month of November, in partnership with the Buffalo Bills Foundation and Buffalo Public Schools, Buffalo Go Green and MAP’s Mobile Market will be popping up at Buffalo Public Schools Saturday Academies to provide up to $20 of free, fresh produce for those directly impacted by the halt in SNAP benefits. We are grateful for strong partnerships that allow us to support our community members. Swipe through for a list of food resources for those impacted by the halt to benefits and some more information about how MAP is currently prepared to respond to this crisis.