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GiveDirectly Aids 250,000 Families During Federal Shutdown

12/24/2025

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GiveDirectly provided $50 gift cards to SNAP recipients, aiding nearly 250,000 families during the federal shutdown.
In partnership with Propel, the program addressed SNAP payment delays and distributed funds, with over 90% of recipients choosing virtual cards.
Recipients Jade Grant and Dianna Tompkins said the aid was modest but crucial for essentials amid the shutdown, which also leaves them with doubts about government support.

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Story summary

GiveDirectly provided $50 gift cards to SNAP recipients, aiding nearly 250,000 families during the federal shutdown.
In partnership with Propel, the program addressed SNAP payment delays and distributed funds, with over 90% of recipients choosing virtual cards.
Recipients Jade Grant and Dianna Tompkins said the aid was modest but crucial for essentials amid the shutdown, which also leaves them with doubts about government support.