How the Government Shutdown Is Impacting Local Food Banks | Pam Martinez of Sauk Valley Food Bank

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Season 2, Episode 158

When the government shuts down, hunger doesn’t stop.
In this episode of Along the Rock, host Nathan Stahr talks with Pam Martinez, Executive Director of the Sauk Valley Food Bank, about how the shutdown is impacting local families, food access, and community support.

Discover how the food bank is serving thousands of families each month — and how even a small donation can go a long way.

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🎤 Timestamps & Highlights:

00:36 – Food shortages and how the government shutdown is affecting food banks
01:02 – History of the Sauk Valley Foodbank
01:50 – Pam’s passion and mission to fight food insecurity
02:53 – Partnerships with Riverbend and Walmart
03:30 – Why Pam took on this role
05:00 – How the shutdown affects local families
05:48 – Federal workers turning to food banks for help
06:21 – Hoping to stay open during the shortage
06:47 – Businesses stepping up with food and donation drives
07:25 – How “shelf-stable” donations make a big difference
08:10 – How far a $1 donation goes
09:19 – Ways to donate
10:03 – Can the foodbank handle the growing demand?
10:52 – Moving millions of pounds of food each year
11:51 – Meat and non-food donations that make a huge impact
12:20 – Where to find the Sauk Valley Foodbank and when to visit
13:07 – How drive-thru distribution works
14:19 – Dedication of volunteers

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