CalFresh
California Department of Social Services
Up to $1,789
Monthly EBT food benefits for income-eligible individuals and families.
What you could receive
Monthly food benefits; up to $994 for a household of four on the 2025–26 table
Up to $1,789 in potential benefit
Published range: $298 to $1,789
CalFresh is California’s SNAP program. CDSS published 2025–2026 income and allotment tables effective October 1, 2025–September 30, 2026. Maximum monthly allotments range from $298 (1 person) to $1,789 (8 people). Apply through BenefitsCal or a county office. This site does not encode the full SNAP net-income test.
Who may qualify
Not every requirement is listed here. Confirm the full rules with the program administrator.
Location / service area
Statewide in California
Important requirements
Purchase timing requirement is unclear. Confirm with the program administrator.
Timing / preapproval
Preapproval required
Effective dates: Oct 1, 2025 – Sep 30, 2026
Last verified: Sep 6, 2026 · Confidence: High
Official sources
Eligibility is based on published program information and the details you provide. Program rules, funding and availability can change. Always confirm eligibility with the official program administrator.