California’s budget funds CalFood, CalFresh EBT, and nutrition incentives to expand produce access and stretch food benefits for low-income households.
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July 15, 2026 at 9:22 PM
California’s budget funds CalFood, CalFresh EBT, and nutrition incentives to expand produce access and stretch food benefits for low-income households.
Revised State Budget Could Impact IE Families
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA, May 26th, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is grateful that Governor Newsom included $38 million of CalFood funding in the new state budget; however, the…
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA, May 26th, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is grateful that Governor Newsom included $38 million of CalFood funding in the new state budget; however, the…
Revised State Budget Could Impact IE Families
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA, May 26th, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is grateful that Governor Newsom included $38 million of CalFood funding in the new state budget; however, the local food bank worries that it is not enough to address hunger as a whole within the Inland Empire (IE) and beyond.
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May 27, 2026 at 12:49 AM
Revised State Budget Could Impact IE Families
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA, May 26th, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is grateful that Governor Newsom included $38 million of CalFood funding in the new state budget; however, the…
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA, May 26th, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is grateful that Governor Newsom included $38 million of CalFood funding in the new state budget; however, the…
California's CalFresh enrollment drops significantly, raising concerns about food security and the need for urgent funding to support vulnerable households.
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State analysts flag surprisingly lower CalFresh caseload; administration proposes one‑time funds to help counties implement ABOD time limit and to bolster food‑
The May Revision projects declines in CalFresh and CFAP caseloads and proposes a one‑time $30M augmentation for county administration tied to ABOD time‑limit readiness and a $30M CalFood boost for food banks; counties warn base admin cuts still leave gaps.
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May 22, 2026 at 7:26 PM
California's CalFresh enrollment drops significantly, raising concerns about food security and the need for urgent funding to support vulnerable households.
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CalFood Funding at Risk Could Cause Food Insecurity to Rise
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the…
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the…
CalFood Funding at Risk Could Cause Food Insecurity to Rise
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the upcoming year. This funding helps secure our current food system and offsets the negative effects of HR-1 and the CalFresh changes set to be implemented through 2026-2027.
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April 28, 2026 at 11:10 PM
CalFood Funding at Risk Could Cause Food Insecurity to Rise
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the…
Photo Credits: Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino Riverside, CA April 21, 2026 – Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is expressing concern for the CalFood program funding at risk of not being renewed for the…
Senator Jones' SB 13 25 could revolutionize food distribution in California, allowing Feeding San Diego to access vital CalFood funding to expand its life-saving programs.
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Committee approves narrow local pathway to CalFood funding for Feeding San Diego with amendments
SB 13 25 would create a limited, district-specific pathway for Feeding San Diego to receive state CalFood funds if it meets TFAP-equivalent standards; the committee passed the measure as amended amid supporter-opposition debate about redistributing finite resources.
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April 21, 2026 at 7:39 PM
Senator Jones' SB 13 25 could revolutionize food distribution in California, allowing Feeding San Diego to access vital CalFood funding to expand its life-saving programs.
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Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Inland Empire food banks worry about possible state budget cuts
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March 30, 2026 at 2:13 PM
Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Inland Empire food banks worry about possible state budget cuts
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March 29, 2026 at 10:36 PM
Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Inland Empire food banks worry about possible state budget cuts
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March 29, 2026 at 6:05 PM
Advocates say reductions to the CalFood program would be a devastating blow because food pantries are a “lifeline” for many.
Food banks in California have seen a staggering rise in demand, now serving over 6 million people monthly, as leaders call for sustained support amid uncertain federal funding.
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Food banks report surges during shutdown; LFPA and state CalFood funds helped blunt crisis
Food bank leaders told the CDFA board that demand spiked during the federal shutdown and that LFPA, CalFood and emergency state actions helped mitigate shortages; panelists urged sustaining local procurement programs as federal funds wane.
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March 8, 2026 at 6:42 AM
Food banks in California have seen a staggering rise in demand, now serving over 6 million people monthly, as leaders call for sustained support amid uncertain federal funding.
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While our food banks can’t shoulder all of the burden without SNAP, the legislature did approved $80 million for CalFood to assist our food banks through the holidays.
October 28, 2025 at 4:41 AM
While our food banks can’t shoulder all of the burden without SNAP, the legislature did approved $80 million for CalFood to assist our food banks through the holidays.
$20M in the #CABudget for #CalFood & #CalFresh to offset HR1 impacts. Thanks to the administration & legislature for backing food banks, farmers & communities!
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September 10, 2025 at 12:24 AM
$20M in the #CABudget for #CalFood & #CalFresh to offset HR1 impacts. Thanks to the administration & legislature for backing food banks, farmers & communities!
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FARSB Advocates for CalFood Support Amid Potential Funding Cuts
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our…
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our…
FARSB Advocates for CalFood Support Amid Potential Funding Cuts
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our current food system at a time when the cost of living has strained family budgets, raising food insecurity in the Inland Empire (IE) region.
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June 3, 2025 at 9:09 PM
FARSB Advocates for CalFood Support Amid Potential Funding Cuts
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our…
Riverside, CA, June 3rd, 2025—Feeding America Riverside | San Bernardino (FARSB) is looking to its community members to advocate for the upcoming CalFood budget, which asks for a budget of $60 million to maintain and expand our…
“We are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom and our state legislators to act now by sustaining funding for the CalFood program at $60 million.”
Merced Food Bank faces state budget cuts amid soaring local demand | Opinion
“We are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom and our state legislators to act now by sustaining funding for the CalFood program at $60 million.”
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June 3, 2025 at 6:50 PM
“We are urging Gov. Gavin Newsom and our state legislators to act now by sustaining funding for the CalFood program at $60 million.”
For two years in a row, food banks are serving 6 million Californians each month.
Yet, to address the state's deficit, @governor.ca.gov is seeking to cut nearly 90% for the state program #CalFood — bringing it from $60 million to $8 million a year.
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Yet, to address the state's deficit, @governor.ca.gov is seeking to cut nearly 90% for the state program #CalFood — bringing it from $60 million to $8 million a year.
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The Great Food Bank Robbery: Hungry Californians Face Losing Their Daily Bread
A new landscape of scarcity is threatening even the state’s food basket regions.
capitalandmain.com
May 22, 2025 at 3:32 PM
For two years in a row, food banks are serving 6 million Californians each month.
Yet, to address the state's deficit, @governor.ca.gov is seeking to cut nearly 90% for the state program #CalFood — bringing it from $60 million to $8 million a year.
capitalandmain.com/the-great-fo...
Yet, to address the state's deficit, @governor.ca.gov is seeking to cut nearly 90% for the state program #CalFood — bringing it from $60 million to $8 million a year.
capitalandmain.com/the-great-fo...
⚠️The CalFood Program is facing a $50+ million drop in average annual funding. Yet, #hunger remains high & #FoodBanks are serving record demand. #CABudget #CALeg we need $60M ongoing for CalFood in ‘25! @shannongrove @SenatorMenjivar @cafoodbanks
May 12, 2025 at 3:56 PM
⚠️The CalFood Program is facing a $50+ million drop in average annual funding. Yet, #hunger remains high & #FoodBanks are serving record demand. #CABudget #CALeg we need $60M ongoing for CalFood in ‘25! @shannongrove @SenatorMenjivar @cafoodbanks
1 in 5 CA households struggle with hunger .
Over $55m in cuts to #CalFood will be devastating.
Together with #SFMarinFoodBank, we feed 450+ famlies/wk through CalFood.
Tell #CALeg to #FundCalFood at $60M -- and keep vulnerable families from going hungry in California!
#FoodInsecurity #EndHunger
Over $55m in cuts to #CalFood will be devastating.
Together with #SFMarinFoodBank, we feed 450+ famlies/wk through CalFood.
Tell #CALeg to #FundCalFood at $60M -- and keep vulnerable families from going hungry in California!
#FoodInsecurity #EndHunger
May 9, 2025 at 2:24 AM
1 in 5 CA households struggle with hunger .
Over $55m in cuts to #CalFood will be devastating.
Together with #SFMarinFoodBank, we feed 450+ famlies/wk through CalFood.
Tell #CALeg to #FundCalFood at $60M -- and keep vulnerable families from going hungry in California!
#FoodInsecurity #EndHunger
Over $55m in cuts to #CalFood will be devastating.
Together with #SFMarinFoodBank, we feed 450+ famlies/wk through CalFood.
Tell #CALeg to #FundCalFood at $60M -- and keep vulnerable families from going hungry in California!
#FoodInsecurity #EndHunger
One of our state legislative priorities is to continue championing for CalFoods funding. Let’s ensure CalFood stays strong! Your support can help us maintain our momentum towards a $60M in funding. Together, we can fight hunger effectively!
@CASpeakerRivas @john.laird.184
@CASpeakerRivas @john.laird.184
April 30, 2025 at 10:02 PM
One of our state legislative priorities is to continue championing for CalFoods funding. Let’s ensure CalFood stays strong! Your support can help us maintain our momentum towards a $60M in funding. Together, we can fight hunger effectively!
@CASpeakerRivas @john.laird.184
@CASpeakerRivas @john.laird.184
⚠️ CalFood puede perder +$50M como promedio al año, pero el #hambre no se reduce y los #BancosDeAlimentos tienen una demanda récord. ¡#CALeg apoyen la solicitud de $60M permanentes para #CalFood porque es vital para las comunidades que pasan hambre!
April 24, 2025 at 11:58 PM
⚠️ CalFood puede perder +$50M como promedio al año, pero el #hambre no se reduce y los #BancosDeAlimentos tienen una demanda récord. ¡#CALeg apoyen la solicitud de $60M permanentes para #CalFood porque es vital para las comunidades que pasan hambre!
#CalFood helps #FoodBanks buy CA-grown foods, including rarely donated items like eggs and meat, meeting diverse needs. Without it, this wouldn’t be possible. #CALeg please #FundCalFood at $60M ongoing to keep food on the table.
April 23, 2025 at 12:16 AM
#CalFood helps #FoodBanks buy CA-grown foods, including rarely donated items like eggs and meat, meeting diverse needs. Without it, this wouldn’t be possible. #CALeg please #FundCalFood at $60M ongoing to keep food on the table.
Hunger is a solvable problem when we come together. Read how San Diego Food Bank & local farmers are building a stronger, more resilient food system w/ #CalFood funding. This partnership is changing lives yet, this crucial program is at risk. Read more: cafoodbanks.org//membermonday-san-diego
April 21, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Hunger is a solvable problem when we come together. Read how San Diego Food Bank & local farmers are building a stronger, more resilient food system w/ #CalFood funding. This partnership is changing lives yet, this crucial program is at risk. Read more: cafoodbanks.org//membermonday-san-diego