Calfresh Updates - November 2025

Unfortunately, due to the federal shutdown, CalFresh benefits are going to be delayed for many counties in November. At this time, other federally funded benefits and programs, including Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS), and child welfare services, are not impacted.

• Information about impact to CalFresh in November: Statewide FAQ
• Information by County: 
  • Delayed Calfresh for November: 
    • Los Angeles County 
    • Alameda County, Santa Clara County, Sonoma County, Solano County, Napa County, San Mateo County, Marin County, Contra Costa County
  • Covered through other funding: 
    • San Francisco County -- You will receive a letter in the mail the week of November 3rd with information on how to get your prepaid gift card (source: Human Services Agency)

Local Food Support

It is more important than ever to be able to find trusted local resources for  food, housing, education, and more. We know many community members may be looking for food in the coming weeks, so we want to share this compiled page of resources in your area.