CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps)
CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps)
Description
CalFresh, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, is a government program designed to eliminate hunger and improve the health of low-income families and individuals by providing funds to access a nutritious diet. In San Francisco, CalFresh is distributed via Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which may be used like a debit card at grocery stores and farmers’ markets. Homeless, elderly, or disabled individuals qualify to use CalFresh at dozens of restaurants across San Francisco.
Things to Know
Visit Us At:
Languages Spoken:
English, Spanish, Vietnamese, Cantonese, Russian, Tagalog
What to Bring:
State-Issued ID, Proof of Income, Proof of Residency
Accessibility:
Wheelchair accessible
Fees:
None
Eligibility:
Income limits (below 200 percent of the federal poverty level) and some non-financial eligibility factors determine who qualifies for CalFresh benefits. Those eligible include any household or individual (including homeless) based in San Francisco with low or no income, CalWORKs or CAAP applicants, students of higher education who meet other requirements, and legal permanent residents and qualified immigrants. Recipients of Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are also eligible to apply for CalFresh as of June 2019. Those with criminal records, including a drug felony, may be eligible to receive CalFresh benefits. Being on probation or parole does not impact your CalFresh eligibility. However, you cannot be a fleeing felon (i.e., have a warrant) or be in violation of your probation or parole and qualify for CalFresh