Passaic County, NJ — The Director of the Passaic County Social Services Agency, Talisa Coleman, and the Chair of the Passaic County Board of Social Services, Commissioner Carol Cuadrado, announce that federal funds for the SNAP program (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps) have been temporarily suspended starting November 1, 2025 due to the federal government shutdown.

This suspension will affect thousands of Passaic County residents who rely on SNAP benefits to meet their basic food needs. County officials are coordinating with community organizations, local agencies, and food pantries to ensure that no family in the county goes hungry during this period.

“We know that many families depend on SNAP to put food on their tables. We are committed to mobilizing resources and connecting residents with the assistance they need,” said Commissioner/Chairwoman Carol Cuadrado, Chair of the Passaic County Board of Social Services.

“Our team is working closely with the Passaic County Board of Commissioners to provide immediate support and notify all SNAP beneficiaries about the county’s food distribution initiative scheduled for this week,” added Talisa Coleman, Director of the Passaic County Social Services Board.

During the food distribution events, the SNAP outreach team will be on-site to assist residents and provide verification of SNAP enrollment as needed.

Food Distribution – Passaic County
Supported by the Passaic County Board of Commissioners
https://www.passaiccountynj.org/government/passaic-county-board-of-county-commissioners
Distribution Dates and Locations:
● Monday, November 3 at 11:00 a.m.
Calvary Baptist Community Center
575 E 18th St, Paterson, NJ 07514
● Wednesday, November 5 at 11:00 a.m.
Mt. Pilgrim Missionary Baptist Church
163 Autumn St, Passaic, NJ 07055

Requirements to Receive Your Package:
● EBT Card (SNAP / Families First)
● Photo ID

To expedite the process, residents are encouraged to pre-register using the link provided.
Important Information – New Jersey
● EBT Benefits: Funds loaded before October 31 can still be used normally.
● Recommendations:
○ ✅ Check your account at www.NJFamiliesFirst.com
○ 📞 Call 1-800-997-3333 before going to the supermarket
● Notice: Even if MyNJHelps shows eligibility, if the federal shutdown continues,
November benefits may not be loaded on time.
● SNAP Applications and Recertifications: Continue processing; please submit all
required information.
● For Passaic County residents, applications are available via our webpage:
https://pcbss.org/
● Food Distribution Centers: Call 2-1-1 or visit NJ211.org

Passaic County Board of Social Services:
Commissioner Carol Cuadrado, MPA - Chairwoman
Commissioner Dra. Jabeen Ahmed - Vice Chairwoman
Commissioner Rev. Douglas L. Maven - Secretary Treasurer
Commissioner Kathleen A. Donnelly - Assistant Secretary Treasurer
Commissioner Marilyn Frierson
Comisionada Paula Alford
Passaic County Board of Commissioners Rodney De Vore
Passaic County Board of Commissioners Bruce James