CalFresh
California
What is CalFresh?
CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) is an entitlement program that provides monthly benefits to assist low-income households in purchasing the food they need to maintain adequate nutritional levels. In general, these benefits are for any food or food product intended for human consumption. Benefits may not be used for items such as alcoholic beverages, cigarettes, or paper products.
Administration
CalFresh is administered by California.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the state of California and meet one of the following requirements:
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or
- You have a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $3,001 and share your household with one of the following:
- a person or persons age 60 and over or
- a person with a disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself).
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $19,578 |
| 2 | $26,572 |
| 3 | $33,566 |
| 4 | $40,560 |
| 5 | $47,554 |
| 6 | $54,548 |
| 7 | $61,542 |
| 8 | $68,536 |
If your household includes a person with a disability, or someone over the age of 60, your eligibility is based on net income. Please see the websites below for further details.
Application Details
What is the application process for CalFresh?
For detailed application information, visit the CalFresh page.