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SNAP Benefit Resources
SNAP Benefit Resources
If you’ve been affected by the recent halt in SNAP benefits, see below to find local resources and programs that can help you access food and meals in your community. Alameda County has an interactive map offering sites where food and food services are being offered. Marin County has a list of food pantries. Solano and Contra Costa…
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JFCS East Bay Responds to Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions
JFCS East Bay Responds to Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 31, 2025 JFCS East Bay Responds to Presidential Determination on Refugee Admissions East Bay, CA — The Presidential Determination for Fiscal Year 2026 has set refugee admissions at up to 7,500 individuals, primarily allocated to Afrikaners from South Africa. This number represents a stark contrast to 125,000 individuals admitted annually in…
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Bay Area Restaurants Offering Free or Discounted Meals for SNAP Recipients
Bay Area Restaurants Offering Free or Discounted Meals for SNAP Recipients
For families using SNAP benefits, mealtime just got a little easier thanks to several Bay Area restaurants and food spots stepping up to help. These local businesses are offering free or discounted meals for children and families—an opportunity to enjoy a delicious meal while supporting neighborhood favorites. Here’s a look at some of the participating…
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Social services for Jewish Nazi victims have been supported by a grant from the Conference on Jewish Material Claims Against Germany.

This service is supported by a grant from The Jewish Federations of North America’s Center on Aging, Trauma, and Holocaust Survivor Care.



