Tariffs hike or not, local non profits promise to help families in need [Video]

TAMPA, fla. — Just like you, Local non-profits are paying attention to what’s happening in DC and the possibility of tariffs on Mexico, China, and Canada.

“What we know we would do is stretch what we’re giving,” said Monica Wilson, the director of the Community Pantry in Carrollwood.

“We may be going out 75 lbs of food today,” she said. “If our line gets longer, maybe you are given 35 lbs of food.”

The Community Pantry is one of over 400 agency partners that helps Feeding Tampa Bay distribute food throughout West Central Florida. Wilson said 85% to 95% of the food they get comes from Feeding Tampa Bay. She said If high tariffs are imposed or if there is a change to government programs like SNAP, It will impact a lot of people.

“There’s not an unlimited supply of money or food,” Feeding Tampa Bay CEO Thomas Mantz said. …