Important CalFresh Update: Federal Government Shutdown
What You Need to Know
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This delay affects only the timing of November benefits, eligibility and enrollment are not affected.
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October benefits will not be impacted.
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Students should continue to apply for or renew CalFresh, county offices are still processing applications and expedited requests.
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CalFresh benefits will automatically resume once the government reopens, and any delayed benefits will be issued retroactively to your EBT card.
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CDSS is sending text and email updates (October 21–25) in multiple languages to CalFresh households.
Need Food or Financial Support?
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Shop at the Gladiator Resource Hub for groceries, hygiene items, and school supplies.
Book a Shopping Appointment -
Apply for EOPS for extra financial and academic support:
EOPS Application -
Apply for CARE for extra financial and academic support CARE Application
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Complete your FAFSA and visit Financial Aid Office to stay connected to funding opportunities.
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Find local food resources: California Food Bank Finder or call 2-1-1 for 24/7 local assistance.
What is CalFresh?
- Monthly cash assistance for purchasing food.
- Provided via EBT debit card (looks like any other debit card).
- Use it to buy groceries and fresh produce at participating stores & farmer's markets.
- Learn more at the CalFresh website.
CalFresh Eligibility
To help assess your eligibility, please complete this prescreener
Basic Eligibility Questions
- Does anyone in your household have a social security number?
- Is your monthly income before taxes, less than the amount allowed?
See the current income guidelines.
If you answered YES to both questions, you may qualify CalFresh.
If you answered NO, you may still qualify for CalFresh.
How to Apply
Contact Us for help applying to CalFresh.
Apply at benefitscal.com
