Health + Food CalFresh

Low-income individuals and households can use a CalFresh EBT card to buy food at retail food outlets, grocery stores, farmers markets, and some restaurants. 
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Ways to Apply

Beware of EBT scams 
Never give out your personal information, EBT card number, or PIN. If you’ve received a text or phone call asking for this information, immediately call us at (415) 558-4700 or the number on the back of your EBT card.

CalFresh emergency benefit extended
This allotment is automatically added to your EBT card to increase your monthly benefit to the maximum allowable amount. You'll get this month's allotment next month. 

Women buying walnuts

Checking Your Eligibility

Find out if you qualify for CalFresh before applying.

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Grocery Store Shopping with EBT

Applying for CalFresh

Learn how to apply for CalFresh and get ready to start using your benefits.

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A father shops for produce at a farmer's market with his son.

Using CalFresh

Learn how and where to use your CalFresh benefits to buy food and groceries.

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Shopping with EBT Card

Keeping CalFresh

Learn how to keep your benefits active and maintain your account.

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More Available Benefits

 In addition to CalFresh, you could also apply for other HSA services. We'll help you complete your applications for:  

 

Free + Discounted Services

Take advantage of free or affordable entertainment, transportation, food, and legal services available to HSA recipients.

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Community Partner Resources

Use SFHSA flyers, handouts, and webinars to spread the word on CalFresh benefits and how to apply for them.

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Contact

Please note: Masks are required when visiting our Service Centers to protect our staff, clients, and community,

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