Shepherdstown Nonprofit Addresses Surge in Food Insecurity
Local nonprofit works to feed more families as loss of SNAP benefits stoke uncertainty
The Journal | Tuesday, October 28, 2025
As the federal government shutdown looms and threatens to suspend SNAP payments, Community Markets Inc. (CMI), based in Shepherdstown, is witnessing a significant rise in families seeking food assistance. The increase in food insecurity is a pressing issue across the nation, prompting local nonprofits to respond rapidly to support residents from Inwood to Charles Town. The urgency for food aid highlights the crucial role of organizations like CMI in sustaining the community during uncertain times, as highlighted by The Journal.
