When SNAP Benefits End, Love Steps In
Thousands of Minnesota families — including nearly 1,900 right here in Carver County — are losing the food assistance they rely on. Together, we can fill the gap with love, essentials, and hope.
What’s Happening
When the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits changed on November 1, many households suddenly lost crucial support that helped them afford groceries.
Local food shelves are seeing surges in need — and Love INC is already feeling the ripple effect. Families are reaching out for essentials like diapers, cleaning supplies, and hygiene items that help stretch tight budgets for food and rent.
While we’re not a food shelf, we stand beside them — providing the non-food essentials that make daily life possible.
Every donation to the Meet the SNAP Gap Fund supports:
Diapers, wipes, laundry detergent, and cleaning supplies
Hygiene products for families and seniors
Gas and grocery gift cards for urgent needs
Household basics distributed through our partner churches and ministries
How You Can Help
1. Give Financially
Your gift directly helps families in need.
💙 Donate to the SNAP Gap Fund
🦃 Support Turkey & Fixings
🔁 Set Up Monthly Giving
2. Donate Items
Host a drive or drop off essentials during Helpline hours.
📍 1600 Bavaria Rd, Chaska 🕘 Mon/Wed/Thu 9 AM – 2 PM
Most-needed items listed below:
Or give to the Amazon Wishlist to be be delivered to Love INC.
Give to Our Local Food Shelves:
Gather and Grow Food Shelf Waconia or Watertown https://gatherandgrowmn.org
Bountiful Baskets Chaska https://bountifulbasketfoodshelf.kindful.com
3. Share Hope
Invite friends to match your gift and multiply impact.
Share this page on social media with the tag #MeettheSNAPGap
Pray for families navigating this season of uncertainty.