Partial SNAP/CalFresh Benefits for Recipients in Monterey County Anticipated for the Week of November 10

 

The County of Monterey wants to let all SNAP/CalFresh recipients know that the

Federal government has authorized partial SNAP benefits be issued and the State is

working to begin issuing partial CalFresh benefits some time during – the week

of November 10, 2025.

As additional information becomes available, we will share. In the meantime, if you have

questions about your benefits or need resource information, please contact 211 or the

County of Monterey Department of Social Services at (877) 410-8823. You may also go

to any of the Department locations around the county:

116 Broadway St., King City, CA 93930

1281 Broadway Ave., Seaside, CA 93955

1000 S. Main St. Suite 216, Salinas CA 93901

Additionally, the County of Monterey has pledged $150,000 to support local food banks

to ensure that our community members who are dependent on SNAP/CalFresh have

access to food throughout November. The funds are a one-time allocation. The County is

encouraging partner jurisdictions to consider joining us and give if they can.

The Department of Social Services is encouraging people who qualify for

SNAP/CalFresh to apply for this benefit despite the current situation. Normally in the

months of November, December, January, there is a peak in CalFresh and Medi-Cal

applications as the county has a large population of workers in agricultural and

hospitality. At this time of year, people frequently are impacted due to work hours

decreasing or they are laid off, and in that situation, they qualify for food benefits. But

there has been a decline in applications. Staff is urging residents to continue to apply, as

there may be other programs that can assist those with food needs.

Of the 51,000 persons receiving these benefits in the County of Monterey, 29,000 are

children. Many beneficiaries earn an income and are working but still require additional

support for food.