‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ Holds Food Drive As Trump Administration Threatens to Halt SNAP Benefits for Millions of Americans

Jimmy Kimmel Live Launches Food Drive Amid SNAP Uncertainty

As the Trump Administration moves to suspend SNAP benefits for millions of Americans, the team behind “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” has organized a food drive to assist local organizations, including the Los Angeles Food Bank and the St. Joseph Center.

Community Support During Economic Strain

The Los Angeles Food Bank’s mission is to

“mobilize resources to fight hunger in our community.”
The St. Joseph Center works to
“help working-poor families and people experiencing homelessness to achieve stability and self-sufficiency.”

With the ongoing government shutdown reaching 36 days — the longest in U.S. history — uncertainty remains over whether the 42 million Americans relying on food stamps will continue to receive benefits.

Message from Jimmy Kimmel Live

“Cutting SNAP benefits creates uncertainty for American children, seniors and families. To support our community members in need, we’re starting a donation center in our Hollywood backlot to benefit the @LAFoodBank and @StJosephCtr. If you are in LA, please come by to donate food and if you are not, please consider supporting your local food banks.”

Donation Details

Named “The Jimmy Kimmel Live Big, Beautiful Food Bank,” the donation site welcomes contributions starting at 9 a.m. at 6901 Hawthorn Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90028.

Most Needed Food Items

Author’s summary: Jimmy Kimmel Live responds to SNAP benefit cuts by leading a food drive that rallies Los Angeles communities to fight hunger and aid vulnerable families.

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Variety Variety — 2025-11-05

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