You may be able to receive CalFresh benefits in 1 to 2 days
You may be able to receive CalFresh benefits in as little as 24 hours when you apply and have your county interview the same day.
What to bring to your interview:
- Identification
- Proof of income (past 30 days)
- Social Security number
To qualify for CalFresh at least one household member must be a legal resident or citizen, even if that person is a child.
Contact the agencies below for more information or download the flier here (English, Español, Tiếng Việt).
CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) is for people with limited income, to pay for food at participating grocery stores and farmers' markets. Benefits come on an EBT card that works like a debit card.
Location |
Contact |
Hours for CalFresh/ |
InnVision, Palo Alto |
Drop-in only |
Wednesdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
Community Services Agency of |
1st and 4th Thursdays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
|
Sunnyvale Community Services |
Mondays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
|
West Valley Community Services |
1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. |
|
St. Joseph's Family Center |
Mondays: 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. |
If you have had a prior drug offense, you may be eligible for CalFresh. Download the flier below for more information: