A new map from the NC Department of Health and Human Services shows just how many families across North Carolina depend on SNAP benefits to put food on the table. In some areas, nearly one-third of residents are receiving food assistance — a sign of how deeply rising costs and inflation have affected local communities. From rural towns to city neighborhoods, these numbers highlight the real struggles many North Carolinians face daily. As grocery prices climb and wages struggle to keep up, programs like SNAP are becoming a lifeline for survival rather than a short-term fix. 💬 Whether you’ve been helped by SNAP or know someone who has, this map tells a powerful story: hunger is closer to home than many realize. #SNAPBenefits #NorthCarolina #FoodSecurity #CommunitySupport #TatianaJReports #NewsBreakCommunityVoice #SNAPBenefits #SNAPLife #SNAPTalk