🍎Understanding CFAP: What do California residents need to know about food assistance eligibility?
If you don't qualify for CalFresh due to immigration status, the California Food Assistance Program (CFAP) may be your lifeline. Learn the requirements and how to apply in Contra Costa County.
How did the new $1,000 Immigration Parole Fee impact applicants?
The new mandatory $1,000 Immigration Parole Fee is here. Learn exactly who is impacted (including re-parole and PIP applicants), the effective date, and the critical exemptions that could save you from paying.
Are CalFresh/SNAP Benefits Suspended Starting November 1st?
Due to the federal shutdown, new CalFresh (SNAP) benefits will be paused starting November 1st, 2025. Funds from October are still usable, but November deposits will stop. College students face a severe food crisis. Find your local Food Bank now using our Bay Area resource list.
