Here is a list of restaurants that are feeding New Yorkers during the government shutdown

"the government shutdown is still in effect, quickly becoming the longest one in history, a title currently held by the shutdown that happened during the first Trump administration in December of 2018. Federal workers and military members are affected by the current situation, which is made even more drastic by the fact that, as of November 1, funding for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will be suspended indefinitely, disrupting nearly 42 million Americans, over three million of whom reside right here in New York."

"Yesterday, Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency, committing an additional $65 million in new State funds for "emergency food assistance that will reinforce New York's network of vital food bank and pantry partners and provide about 40 million meals to hungry New Yorkers." This funding will be allocated to food banks, pantries, soup kitchens and shelters. As a relief, restaurants in our local community are stepping in to help as well."

"Bel Aire Diner : On Monday, November 17, Astoria's Bel Aire Diner will be giving away 100 meals starting at 5pm. This is in collaboration with influencer Mike Schulte. : On Monday, November 3, Harlem's FieldTrip location is feeding the first 100 people to show up with their SNAP card. This is in collaboration with influencer Mike Schulte. : On Monday, November 10, Gunther's will be giving away 100 bowls of soup starting at 4pm. This is in collaboration with influencer Mike Schulte."

The government shutdown has become the longest in history and has affected federal workers and military members. SNAP funding will be suspended as of November 1, disrupting nearly 42 million Americans, including over three million New Yorkers. Governor Kathy Hochul declared a state of emergency and allocated an additional $65 million in State funds for emergency food assistance to support food banks, pantries, soup kitchens and shelters and provide about 40 million meals. Local restaurants and community eateries are offering free meals, hosting food drives, and partnering with influencers to feed community members and fill gaps in access to food.

Read at Time Out New York