CalFresh

CalFresh, also recognized as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), serves the Oakland, CA community by offering monthly food assistance to individuals and families facing low or no income. Our mission is to ensure that all residents have access to nutritious food, empowering them to lead healthier lives. Through the program, participants receive essential government food assistance delivered via an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, enabling them to shop for groceries at participating retail stores and farmers markets. We strive to make applying for assistance as straightforward as possible, allowing individuals to apply online, by phone, mail, in person, or by fax to meet the urgent food needs of our community.