South Bay nonprofits say families are back to pandemic-level food insecurity

SOUTH BAY SAFETY NET service providers facing an increased demand and decreased funding are calling for community support.

The Emergency Assistance Network, a collaboration of Santa Clara County nonprofits led by United Way, is confronting a devastating lack of financial assistance due to federal and county budget cuts. The network provides coordinated support for residents facing food and housing insecurities. The group is trying to raise $900,000 in emergency assistance from local governments, corporations, philanthropies and individuals to prevent evictions and homelessness, and $800,000 in support for food operations to fill the gap.