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 counties have compiled a joint list here.
- San Francisco’s food assistance programs are here.
- Santa Clara County’s list is here.
- San Mateo County’s Human Services has a list of resources broken down by categories including women and children, seniors, and students.
- Napa has a countywide resource list which includes organizations and pantries.
- Sonoma County has provided a list of nonprofits as well as a QR code for residents to seek resources.
CalFresh pantry resources.
The California Associatio of Food Banks, which represents 42 food banks across the state, is also offering resources for CalFresh recipients.
The group said that those in need of immediate food assistance can call 211.
“Dial 2-1-1 from a phone and speak with someone about services available in your area (2-1-1 is a three-digit dialing code, similar to 4-1-1). Lines are open 24 hours a day. Most but not all areas provide 2-1-1 phone support,” it explained on its website.
The organization is also providing a list of its member food banks broken down by county.
Other resources
Another resource for Bay Area CalFresh is findhelp.com, which offers a comprehensive list of nearby food pantries by typing in a zip code.
Oakland-based Community Kitchens is part of a network of non-profits that helps stock refrigerators around the city.
Bay Area businesses stepping up
In San Jose, popular pizza and pasta spot, Tony & Alba’s, is not only providing meals to help families that receive CalFresh benefits, the restaurant has also created a list of fellow businesses that are taking action to help feed those affected by the SNAP delay.
Tony & Alba’s has the following Bay Area businesses on its list:
Oakland
San Francisco
Concord and Antioch
