In times of uncertainty, it’s the kindness of local businesses that reminds us what “community” truly means.
As federal SNAP benefits face delays during the ongoing government shutdown, Giant Food Mart in Cuba and Wellsville is stepping up in a big way to support neighbors who might be feeling the strain.
With many families juggling tighter grocery budgets this month, Giant Food Mart wants to make sure no one goes without the essentials. The store announced on Facebook Saturday that it has temporarily lowered prices on a wide range of everyday staples, helping everyone stretch their food dollars a little further.
Community Value Packs are now available, featuring items like:
- Boneless Chicken Breast — $1.99/lb (Family Pack)
- 73% Ground Beef — $3.99/lb (Family Pack)
- Large Eggs (12 ct.) — $1.99
- Bowl & Basket Peanut Butter — $1.99
- Bowl & Basket Pasta — $0.99
- White Potatoes (5 lb. bag) — $1.99
- Bananas — $0.59/lb
- And more affordable essentials across the store.
What makes this effort even more meaningful is that these value prices are available to everyone, not just SNAP recipients.
It’s a gesture of solidarity from a store that’s been serving the Southern Tier for generations, proof again that local businesses can make a real difference when times get tough.
“We want to step up and make it easier for families to keep food on the table,” the store shared. “These lower prices will stay in place as long as we can, while the SNAP disruption continues.”
As shoppers fill their carts with groceries, they’re also supporting a hometown business that continues to give back in moments that matter most.
Giant Food Mart’s message is simple but powerful: we’re all in this together.
So the next time you stop in for milk, meat, or that $7.99 pizza, know that your purchase helps sustain a local store that’s doing its part to keep our community strong.
Thank you to Giant Food Mart for reminding us that kindness is always in stock!
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