Families Need Our Help

The ongoing federal government shutdown is now one of the longest in U.S. history, and Kansan families are feeling the strain. With federal staff furloughed and critical programs paused, thousands of babies, parents, and caregivers across our state are at risk of losing access to the basic supports that sustain health and development.

What You Can Do Right Now

1. Support Local Food Pantries and Programs.

SNAP normally provides 9 meals for every 1 provided by food pantries and local organizations can’t fill that gap alone. Donate to a local food pantry or donate here. In general, it’s better to make a monetary donation than to donate food. Food pantries can often buy in bulk, stretching their funds to help more people.

2. Stay Informed

• Check out this post from Kansas Action for Children with the latest programs affected.
• WIC officials in Kansas are working tirelessly to keep clinics open and benefits active as long as possible. They will provide updates through their website, texts to participants, and clinic communications.

3. Connect lactating families to support

Please share our local resource directory so families can find other sources of support near them.

4. Contact Kansas’ Congressional Delegation.

Tell them babies and families need immediate action to fund WIC, SNAP, and Head Start.

Representatives

Tracey Mann (District 1)
(202) 225-2715

Derek Schmidt (District 2)
(202) 225-6601

Sharice Davids (District 3)
(202) 225-2865

Ron Estes (District 4)
(202) 225-6216

Senators

Roger Marshall
(202) 224-4774

Jerry Moran
(202) 224-6521

Make it possible for Kansan parents to parent. Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition stands with our public health, nutrition, and maternal care partners in calling for immediate federal action — and for local support to fill the gaps.