Federal Government Shutdown: Update to SNAP Benefits
The Federal Government shut down on October 1, 2025. Larimer County Department of Human Services will update this page as new information becomes available.
On October 10, 2025, the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) informed all States to hold the November 2025 benefits of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). They claim that this is because the current federal government shutdown has caused a lapse in funding, meaning that more than 600,000 Coloradans who depend on SNAP benefits to buy healthy nutritious food might not receive their November benefits or experience significant delays.
In addition to working with partners to identify stopgap support where possible, we will continue to monitor this situation and will keep participants and stakeholders updated through the Colorado PEAK portal, the Colorado Department of Human Services (CDHS) website, and this website. Existing SNAP benefits remain on Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards. Larimer County Department of Human Services will continue to process applications and renewals to avoid possible delays when the shutdown ends and funds are available again. CDHS will issue an immediate public statement once the hold is lifted.
Urgent: SNAP Benefits for November are on Hold
The federal government shutdown means the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will not send states the money for November SNAP benefits. We cannot put the money on your EBT card until this changes. This is a change impacting all SNAP households and cannot be appealed.
If you need more food resources during the government shutdown, we encourage you to reach out to your local food banks or community agencies in your area.
To find these resources in your area, please contact:
- Colorado 211: Dial 2-1-1 or (866)760-5489 or visit https://www.211colorado.org
- Feeding Colorado Resources at https://feedingcolorado.org/find-food/ or info@feedingcolorado.org
- Or visit this website maintained by Human Services: https://www.larimer.gov/community-resources
When the shutdown ends, we’ll know more about the future of SNAP benefits.
More up-to-date information can be found on the Colorado PEAK website: https://co.gov/peak
YOUR November SNAP Benefits & What You Need to Know
November SNAP payments are on hold. This hold impacts ALL SNAP households and cannot be appealed.
1. What Happens with November Benefits?
- Hold Warning: SNAP benefits for November 2025 will not be issued until the federal government secures funding.
- Notice Date: If the government remains closed, you will receive a formal notice confirming this hold and where to get official updates.
- Future: When the shutdown ends, we’ll know more about the future of SNAP benefits.
2. Keep Sending Your Paperwork!
- We Are Still Working: State and county offices are still processing all new applications and recertifications (renewals).
- Be Ready: We are getting every eligible client ready to receive benefits as soon as funding is secured, so please do not delay submitting your applications or renewal forms.
3. Need Food Resources Now?
- If you need help with food during the shutdown, please reach out to your local food banks and community agencies.
- How to Find Local Resources:
- Colorado 211:
- Dial 2-1-1 or call (866) 760-5489
- Visit https://www.211colorado.org
- Feeding Colorado Resources:
- Local Resources:
- Colorado 211:
4. Where to Get the Latest Updates
- For the most up-to-date information, please check the official source, Colorado PEAK Website at https://co.gov/peak
