Food Resources
Concerns may include: a change in your or your families financial situation, missing meals due to lack of finances to cover food.
See below for food resources.
Healthy meal planning and grocery shopping on a budget click here.
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Food Assistance: SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
SNAP goes by different names in different states in the US (i.e. California calls it CalFresh). SNAP benefits provide eligible individuals with a debit card that can be used for food at a wide variety of stores. You qualify based on your income, family size, and other eligibility requirements. You can learn more about your state's assistance and how to apply here by selecting your state from the drop-down menu. You could also google "[state's name] SNAP" and click the appropriate link.
Depending on what county you live in, you can apply in different ways. Student Wellness would recommend that you can call 2-1-1 to see if they assist with applications. Applying through your local 2-1-1 will allow you to have a direct link to your application so that it can stay on track within the county’s system. (While you are speaking with 2-1-1 you can also ask about immediate food assistance as they can provide referrals to local providers.) You can find food banks and distributions local to you through Feeding America here.
Typically SNAP takes about 30 days to process, you may qualify for SNAP Expedited Service (receiving benefits within 3 business days) if: Your household has less than $150.00 in monthly gross income and does not have assets (resources) over $100.00 OR Your household’s total monthly income and resources are less than the monthly rent or mortgage, and utilities.
If one of these things is true for you be sure to let 2-1-1 (or whoever you are applying with) know that you believe you might qualify for expedited services.
Depending on what county you live in, you can apply in different ways. Student Wellness would recommend that you can call 2-1-1 to see if they assist with applications. Applying through your local 2-1-1 will allow you to have a direct link to your application so that it can stay on track within the county’s system. (While you are speaking with 2-1-1 you can also ask about immediate food assistance as they can provide referrals to local providers.) You can find food banks and distributions local to you through Feeding America here.
Typically SNAP takes about 30 days to process, you may qualify for SNAP Expedited Service (receiving benefits within 3 business days) if: Your household has less than $150.00 in monthly gross income and does not have assets (resources) over $100.00 OR Your household’s total monthly income and resources are less than the monthly rent or mortgage, and utilities.
If one of these things is true for you be sure to let 2-1-1 (or whoever you are applying with) know that you believe you might qualify for expedited services.
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2-1-1
2-1-1: A phone number that can be dialed in any county in the United States that will direct individuals towards various social service and community resources to assist with things like food resources, utility assistance, connection to shelters and/or safe parking programs, housing eviction prevention, etc.
Many counties also have online databases, which allow you to search your county's local resources. You can locate your local 2-1-1 here.
Many counties also have online databases, which allow you to search your county's local resources. You can locate your local 2-1-1 here.
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Central California Food Bank (Fresno, Madera, Visalia)
The Central California Food Bank has a searchable map and distribution list that allows residents to locate free food in their area.
They serve:
Fresno County
Madera County
Visalia County
Be sure to review the CalFresh information to see if you might qualify for CalFresh services.
They serve:
Be sure to review the CalFresh information to see if you might qualify for CalFresh services.
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Clark County (NV) Food Resources
Clark County (NV) as an organization called Three Square that helps to connect those in need with food assistance.
You can click here to explore the list of emergency food distribution sites, interactive map of sites, or to call their call center directly.
They also have the The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), which is a federally funded program that helps low-income families access free emergency food assistance. You can click here to read the eligibility guidelines and view the distribution information.
You can click here to explore the list of emergency food distribution sites, interactive map of sites, or to call their call center directly.
They also have the The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP), which is a federally funded program that helps low-income families access free emergency food assistance. You can click here to read the eligibility guidelines and view the distribution information.
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Los Angeles Regional Food Bank
The Los Angeles Regional Food Bank has a searchable map that allows residents to locate free food in their area.
Be sure to review the information above the map to see if you might qualify for CalFresh, WIC, and/or senior food assistance.
Be sure to review the information above the map to see if you might qualify for CalFresh, WIC, and/or senior food assistance.
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Orange County Food Bank
The Second Harvest Food Bank of Orange County provides assistance to individuals or families needing food or assistance applying for CalFresh.
They have a searchable map that allows residents to locate free food in their area and other search criteria.
They also help to connect people to after school and summer meals for kids and groceries for seniors, which you can learn about on their website.
They have a searchable map that allows residents to locate free food in their area and other search criteria.
They also help to connect people to after school and summer meals for kids and groceries for seniors, which you can learn about on their website.
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San Diego County Food Bank
The San Diego Food Bank provides nutritious food to people in need, advocates for the hungry, and educates the public about hunger-related issues.They also connect individuals to a diaper bank program if needed as well.
They offer four major programs, which you can learn more about by clicking the following link: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/gethelp/ by clicking that link you'll be able to find the locations of the programs below in your area.
Super Pantry Program: Food distribution hubs that offer both “drive-thru” and “walk-up” food distribution services.
Emergency Food Assistance Program: Distributes emergency food packages (mostly nonperishable). Income restrictions (click the location list to learn more).
Neighborhood Food Distribution Program: Distributes fresh produce and nonperishable food items. ANYONE can receive food at these sites. IDs ARE NOT required and there are NO INCOME restrictions..
Senior Food Program: Provides a monthly 35-pound box of food and a 2-pound block of cheese to senior citizens aged 60 and over who meet income guidelines.
They offer four major programs, which you can learn more about by clicking the following link: https://sandiegofoodbank.org/gethelp/ by clicking that link you'll be able to find the locations of the programs below in your area.
Super Pantry Program: Food distribution hubs that offer both “drive-thru” and “walk-up” food distribution services.
Emergency Food Assistance Program: Distributes emergency food packages (mostly nonperishable). Income restrictions (click the location list to learn more).
Neighborhood Food Distribution Program: Distributes fresh produce and nonperishable food items. ANYONE can receive food at these sites. IDs ARE NOT required and there are NO INCOME restrictions..
Senior Food Program: Provides a monthly 35-pound box of food and a 2-pound block of cheese to senior citizens aged 60 and over who meet income guidelines.
