Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs is allocating $1.8 million to mitigate the potential suspension of SNAP funding due to the government shutdown.

Gov. Katie Hobbs made $1.8 million available as food stamp funding runs out. That's roughly 1% of the state's monthly food assistance distribution.

Gov. Katie Hobbs is launching a temporary state program, "Food Bucks Now," to provide a short-term lifeline for affected families.

Arizona and 24 other states has sued the Trump administration for "unlawfully suspending" SNAP food assistance during the government shutdown.

Find information to help people in Arizona with SNAP resources not being starting Nov. 1 due to the government shutdown.

Arizonans who donate to qualifying charitable organizations, like St. Mary’s and the Arizona Food Bank Network, can receive a tax credit on their state tax return. Residents can get up to $495 for individuals and $987 for couples for 2025. While monetary donations are appreciated, many food banks are accepting food donations as well.

As the longest government shutdown continues without an end in sight, tribal leaders across Arizona are preparing their tribal members for impact and uncertainty, especially the loss of SNAP benefits. Yaqui Chairman Julian Hernandez informed tribal members ...

Despite two federal court rulings to keep SNAP running during the shutdown, questions remain about when benefits will reach families.