TROY, Ala. (TROJANVISION) — It is unclear whether Alabamians will receive their SNAP benefits. One mother in Pike County spoke with TrojanVision who finds herself in a difficult situation.  

With the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) having lost much of its funding, many families across the country are turning to food banks to help meet their needs.

Madelyn Gillis is a mother of three who just lost her SNAP benefits. Despite working a full-time job, Gills fears she will not be able to feed her seven-month-old daughter. 

“I’m worried that I’m going to run out of formula,” Gillis said. “Usually, I buy a can of formula with my SNAP card, but now I can’t. Even if I go to Walmart and get one of the cheaper cans, it’s still 30 or 40 dollars. I’m worried if I’m going to be able to pay the bills this month and buy food.” 

Even though Gillis is worried, she doesn’t want her children to be.  

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“I’m trying not to tell them because I don’t want them to worry,” Gillis said. “I’m telling them things like ‘we can’t afford that right now’ or maybe ‘we’ll get it next time. They don’t understand and I don’t want them to understand what’s happening right now.” 

Despite the hard times, Gillis trusts that her community won’t let her family go hungry.  

“I’m glad that TRP [Troy Resilience Project] is open,” Gillis said. “I’m glad that they have food pantries. The people in Pike County pull together like a community. I’m nervous, but I know my neighbor will not let us go hungry. “ 

For now, Gillis is doing what she can to keep food on the table, while waiting to see if her benefits will be restored.  

TRP is open eight to four Monday through Friday. Viewers can drop off donations at 401 S. Brundidge Street Troy.