Time well spent with our veteran community

Rep. David M. Delloso October 31, 2025

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Dear Neighbor,

Yesterday, we held our Veterans Luncheon & Resource Fair, and it was a tremendous success. If you are a veteran or a veteran’s family member and didn’t get the chance to attend this year, I hope you’ll join us next year, because we have a wonderful time together.

We were very fortunate and grateful to have representation from the Veterans Health Administration office in Coatesville, as well as from both the county and state-level veterans offices. Additionally, staff from the offices of U.S. Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon and PA Senator Tim Kearney were present. No question went unanswered, and no veteran was turned away from receiving assistance.

Of course, it wouldn’t be a luncheon without some mouthwatering food compliments of Mission BBQ. This restaurant chain was founded by veterans and is dedicated to giving back to the veteran community. They were gracious enough to provide us with pulled pork, baked beans, mac n’ cheese, and more.

A huge thank you to AmeriHealth Caritas for sponsoring this event and to District Attorney Jack Stollsteimer for partnering with us. We could not have done it without the hard work and generosity of everyone involved.

Looking forward to the next one!

Sincerely,

Pennsylvania State Rep. David M. Delloso

Updates on SNAP

Two major developments occurred this afternoon concerning the federal government's withholding of SNAP benefits during its budget-related shutdown.

1) Gov. Josh Shapiro announced this afternoon that amid the USDA's refusal to use available emergency funds for food assistance through SNAP, he is releasing $5 million in state funding immediately to Feeding Pennsylvania to distribute through its network of food banks. He also signed a declaration of disaster emergency to expedite the process, giving him more tools to act quickly to address the harm.

Feeding Pennsylvania is the statewide association of PA's nine Feeding America partner food banks, supporting hunger relief efforts, policy advocacy, and resource coordination. Its member food banks serve over 1.5 million people annually.

2) Two federal judges have responded to the lawsuit filed by about two dozen governors -- including Governor Shapiro -- suing the Trump administration to demand emergency funding for SNAP. They ruled that the administration must continue to fund the SNAP food aid program using contingency funds during the government shutdown.

Payments are due to be halted tomorrow, and the Trump Administration has not yet responded if it will comply with the order.

The lawsuit alleges that the Trump administration unlawfully suspended SNAP and argues that existing alternative funds, already appropriated by Congress, must be used to support the program.

It’s deeply frustrating to see the federal government fall short of its most basic responsibilities, especially when it means people go hungry. Programs like SNAP reflect the best of who we are: a community that looks out for one another and ensures that no one is left behind. Below is the list of food banks serving our area and accepting financial & food donations.

FYI

Food Banks in Our District

Loaves and Fishes Food Pantry – 703 Lincoln Ave., Prospect Park | (610) 532-9000 – Open Tuesdays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. and 5 p.m. – 7 p.m.; Thursdays 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. While some walk-up clients will be served, you are strongly advised to schedule an appointment online at www.delcoloavesandfishes.org or by arriving 1 hour before distribution begins.

The Food Pantry at Ridley Park United Methodist Church – 501 N. Swarthmore Ave., Ridley Park | (484) 442-0097 – Open Nov. 5, 19, & 20; Dec. 3, 17, & 18. Click here for more info.

Mount Zion CME Church – 701 Felton Ave., Sharon Hill | (610) 620-8133 – Open Wednesdays 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.; Thursdays 12 p.m. – 2 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Neighbor 2 Neighbor CDC – Food Cupboard held at First African Baptist Church, 816 Clifton Ave., Sharon Hill | (610) 461-8140 – Open Thursdays 6 p.m. – 8 p.m.

ACG Health Food Pantry – 800 Chester Pike, Unit 6A, Sharon Hill | (484) 240-3086 – Open Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Click here for more info.

Medicare Open Enrollment ends Dec. 7

Medicare is a federal program, but PA offers free Medicare counseling through the PA Medi program for those who need it.

If you are turning 65 and would like to learn more about your options, please call my office at 610-534-1002 to schedule a phone appointment with PA Medi.

These appointments are available only once a month, so don’t hesitate to schedule yours soon.

Property Tax/Rent Rebate forms

We have 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebate booklets. Just ask my staff at either of our district offices in Ridley Park or Darby Township. As a reminder, my staff is happy to assist you with the rebate application process. Applications for a rebate on what you paid in 2024 are due by Dec. 31.