
CalFresh (also known as SNAP, EBT, or Food Stamps) is a nutrition assistance program which helps individuals and families purchase healthy foods. CalFresh benefits are issued on an electronic benefit transfer (EBT) card—like an ATM card. You can use your EBT card at most grocery stores, neighborhood stores and farmers’ markets.



Do I qualify for CalFresh?
CalFresh benefits are determined by several factors, including gross income, net income, household size, and out-of-pocket expenses such as medical costs and childcare. The Food Connections Resource Center team is available to help maximize your CalFresh benefits.
Who is eligible?
- U.S. Citizens
- Permanent Residents (green card), U or T visa holders, Refugees and Asylees
- All U.S.-born children, no matter where their parents were born
- SSI recipients
- Other immigration statuses may qualify
Other CalFresh Benefits
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Utilities
Contact your provider for discounts
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Farmer’s Market
Discounts
Thinking about food all the time
“Do you know what it’s like to think about food all the time? Now imagine my babies. They shouldn’t have to feel that pain in their tummy because their mom doesn’t have a job. There is no reason for any child to suffer from hunger. You and your team are helping stop that. If I could hug you I would. You and your team are amazing. Thank you, you are helping out more than you know.”
—Parent at a school site in Santa Rosa, CA
