CalFresh, California’s counterpart to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), plays a vital role in ensuring that low-income households can access nutritious food.
For September 2023, it’s important to know when your CalFresh funds will be accessible on your Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card.
Continue reading to discover all the necessary information to manage your budget effectively.
Understanding CalFresh:
CalFresh provides monthly food assistance to eligible individuals and families, assisting them in affording healthy groceries.
These benefits can also be used to purchase seeds and plants for cultivating your own food.
Furthermore, some farmers’ markets offer double the value of CalFresh benefits, making fresh produce even more accessible. If you qualify, the Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) allows you to use your CalFresh benefits to purchase prepared meals at participating restaurants.
If you have not yet applied for CalFresh benefits, you can do so online at GetCalFresh.org or by calling the CalFresh Info Line at 877-847-3663. Qualifying for expedited benefits means you could receive assistance on the same day or within three days of submitting your application.
September Payments:
CalFresh benefits are distributed during the first ten days of each month, with the distribution date based on the last digit of your case number.
Here’s the schedule for September 2023:
- Case Numbers ending in 1: Benefits available on Friday, September 1.
- Case Numbers ending in 2: Benefits available on Saturday, September 2.
- Case Numbers ending in 3: Benefits available on Sunday, September 3.
- Case Numbers ending in 4: Benefits available on Monday, September 4.
- Case Numbers ending in 5: Benefits available on Tuesday, September 5.
- Case Numbers ending in 6: Benefits available on Wednesday, September 6.
- Case Numbers ending in 7: Benefits available on Thursday, September 7.
- Case Numbers ending in 8: Benefits available on Friday, September 8.
- Case Numbers ending in 9: Benefits available on Saturday, September 9.
- Case Numbers ending in 10: Benefits available on Sunday, September 10.
Understanding the CalFresh payment schedule for September 2023 is crucial for effectively planning your monthly budget.
If you encounter any issues with your payments, do not hesitate to contact the SNAP office for assistance.