Provides financial assistance to help families and individuals with limited income buy nutritious foods. Many working individuals qualify, along with SSI recipients. Non-citizens may qualify for food assistance through the California Food Assistance Program (CFAP) under CalFresh.

CalFresh for College Students is also available for those who meet the qualifications.

Issues benefits using electronic benefit transfer (EBT). One can check account balances, transaction history, and claim status. One can also locate retailers and ATMs that accept the EBT card. Call 877-328-9677. Or visit the EBT Card Holder Portal.

Note: CalFresh clients affected by a disaster and in need of food replacement may contact their local office to see if eligible. Individuals and families who are not eligible for regular CalFresh may be eligible for Disaster CalFresh. This depends on qualifying disaster-related expenses.