Are CalFresh/SNAP Benefits Suspended Starting November 1st?

Due to the government shutdown, the funding that fully supports CalFresh (SNAP) has been paused.

Here’s what you need to know, simply:

• The Freeze Date: No new CalFresh benefits will be loaded onto your EBT card starting November 1, 2025.

• Existing Funds OK: You can still use any balance you had on your EBT card from the month of October.

• Who is Hit Hard: This creates a crisis for many, especially college students who rely on this aid to stay fed and focused on their education.

While the future of food assistance remains uncertain, it is vital to secure food and manage your current expenses.

If you need groceries immediately, please know that local help is ready for you.

Here are the regional Food Banks serving the Bay Area. Their websites list local pantries and distribution centers closest to your home:

Food Bank	Counties Served	Website
San Francisco-Marin Food Bank	San Francisco & Marin	sfmfoodbank.org
Alameda County Community Food Bank	Alameda	accfb.org
Second Harvest of Silicon Valley	Santa Clara & San Mateo	shfb.org
Food Bank of Contra Costa and Solano	Contra Costa & Solano	foodbankccs.org
Redwood Empire Food Bank	Northern Counties (e.g., Sonoma)	refb.org