Applying for CalFresh

* Older adults and adults with disabilities can also apply in person at our 2 Gough Service Center.

Eligibility Overview

Your eligibility is determined by your income and other non-financial eligibility rules. In general, you must:

1. Have low income. Your income requirements depend on your household size and monthly expenses.
2. Live in San Francisco.
3. Not be receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or State Supplemental Payment (SSP).

When submitting your application online, by mail, or in-person, you will be asked to provide documentation to verify you meet certain eligibility criteria, such as proof of income, residence, or identity. Click here for a list of examples of the types of verification and sources of proof that you can submit with your application.

If you have any questions or other types of proof that is not listed, please contact our Service Center by calling (415) 558-4700.

For more details on specific eligibility criteria, visit our CalFresh Eligibility Details page.