For many Californians, CalFresh benefits are a monthly lifeline that helps keep food on the table. But as May 2026 approaches ...

The campaign will focus on providing information to help residents apply for CalFresh and maintain their benefits, including reminders to respond promptly to department requests and complete renewal ...

(The Center Square) - CalFresh recipients can now get $60 more a month for fruit and vegetables as part of the relaunch of a pilot program, according to Assemblyman Alex Lee’s office. Lee, D-Milpitas, ...

New federal rules starting June 1, 2026 expand CalFresh work requirements for adults aged 18-64 in California, with specific ...

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Families and individuals affected by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles County who are not currently receiving CalFresh benefits can apply for one-time CalFresh Disaster Assistance to help cover ...

Trump made changes to SNAP, known as CalFresh in California, last year. Several food banks say they expect need to grow as a result.

CalFresh, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is a government program that provides grocery assistance to low-income households. Approximately 33% of undergraduate students ...

The SLO County Board of Supervisors proclaimed May "CalFresh Awareness Month". CalFresh, California's version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), currently serves more than 31,000 ...

Sacramento County's 211 helpline is bracing for an unprecedented wave of calls as approximately 270,000 county residents face delayed CalFresh benefits due to the federal government shutdown. With the ...