California Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)
Run by California Department of Social Services / USDA, a federal agency
Federally funded program distributing USDA commodity foods through local food banks and pantries at no cost to low-income individuals and families. Operates through the California Association of Food Banks statewide network.
- Award
- Varies
- Deadline
- Rolling
- Run by
- California Department of Social Services / USDA
- Federal
Who it's for
- Individuals and households with income at or below 185% FPL
- No documentation required at most sites
- Access through local food banks, pantries, and community distribution sites
- Find locations at 211 or local food bank websites.
California Department of Social Services / USDA decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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California Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) is one option. What else may help?
Many households qualify for more than one program. Answer a few questions to see what else you may qualify for.
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. California Department of Social Services / USDA decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.