Getting There: Food & Transit Resources During the SNAP Suspension
- jessicadauphin
- Nov 10
- 2 min read
It's been 10 days since the federal program, SNAP, was frozen. Nashvillians continue to feel the impact of the temporary suspension of the federal SNAP benefits. Many of our neighbors are facing urgent challenges accessing food and transportation. The Transit Alliance is working alongside WeGo, Connect Mid TN members (a coalition focused on improving mobility), local food security partners, and others to connect residents with free and low-cost resources available now.
Below are community meal sites and food-box pickup locations open to anyone in need. This is shared directly from The Contributor's Where to Turn in Nashville website. If you or someone you know is struggling, please share these links widely.
Free Meals Across Nashville
Hot meals are being served daily at locations across the city. You can find up-to-date times and sites here: Community Meal Locations (Google Doc)
Food Boxes and Pantry Pickups
For shelf-stable groceries and produce boxes, visit the regional pantry map maintained by The Contributor Where to Turn in Nashville (WTTIN): Find a Food Pantry Near You.
Getting There
WeGo Journey Pass: Nashville’s new fare-free transit program for income-eligible riders. SNAP recipients can register this week at the Elizabeth Duff Transit Center and other Metro partner sites. Learn more at WeGoTransit.com/Journey-Pass.
Free Day Passes: Metro social-service agencies are distributing free WeGo day passes to clients who need assistance accessing food or enrollment locations. Contact your caseworker or local Metro agency for more information.
How You Can Help
Share these links and information.
Volunteer with local food-distribution partners like Second Harvest Food Bank or Hands On Nashville.
Check on neighbors, coworkers, and classmates.
This is a challenging time for many Nashville families, but our community is demonstrating the power of compassion and coordination. We make a greater impact when we move together — sharing rides, meals, and hope.
