Tony’s Pizza Events Center, Salina, KS
Monday, November 17, 2025
4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Free & Open to the Public
Why We're Coming Together
Due to the recent government shutdown, SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits have been paused — leaving many Salina families without the support they rely on to afford food, medicine, and other essentials.
In response, Salina Area United Way and Tony’s Pizza Events Center are launching a powerful initiative:
SNAP Back Against Hunger: Food & Resources Fair
This event is more than a food drive — it’s a community movement to support our neighbors in need.
The Need in Saline County
Key Stats from the ALICE Report:
- Population: 53,801
- Households: 22,299
- Median Household Income: $63,316 (below state average of $70,333)
- ALICE Households: 23% (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed)
- Households in Poverty: 15%
That means 38% of households in Saline County are struggling to meet basic needs like food, housing, childcare, and healthcare.
“With the government shutdown halting this critical support, many are left without the resources they depend on. This event is about coming together as a community to ensure no one goes hungry.”
— Christina Small, Executive Director, Salina Area United Way
That means 38% of households in Saline County are struggling to meet basic needs like food, housing, childcare, and healthcare.