1,975 Californians – including former foster youth and pregnant women – will receive anywhere from $600-$1,200 per month.

The Department of Early Childhood (DEC) is the product of a merger between the Office of Early Care and Education (OECE) and First 5 San Francisco.

The funding provides 290 of affordable housing for residents including families, formerly homeless individuals, older people, and adults with disabilities. 

"Community members need to know that health, food, and housing programs are safe to use and cannot be considered in the public charge test."