Access Healthy Food Today
CalFresh, formerly known as Food Stamps and federally recognized as SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), helps you stretch your food dollars. This program provides monthly electronic benefits to purchase nutritious food at participating stores and markets.
Your benefit amount depends on household size, income level, and housing costs. Receive funds on a Golden State Advantage Card that works like a debit card at most grocery retailers.
Schedule Your AppointmentSimple Application Process
Getting started with CalFresh is straightforward. Book an online appointment through our scheduling system or contact 2-1-1 to arrange a phone consultation.
Once submitted, your application receives a decision within 30 days. Our team is here to guide you through each step.
Start Your Application
Purchase Food or Grow Your Garden
CalFresh benefits cover more than groceries. Buy fresh produce, pantry staples, and even seeds or plants to cultivate your own food garden.
All CalFresh purchases are tax-free. Note that benefits cannot be used for pet food, vitamins, medications, alcohol, tobacco, paper goods, prepared restaurant meals, or items consumed in-store.
Gardening ResourcesRestaurant Meals Program
Eligible participants can use CalFresh benefits at approved restaurants. This program serves individuals aged 60 and older, those with disabilities, and people experiencing homelessness in participating counties.
Check if your county offers this option and find authorized dining locations near you.
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