Resources


Applying for CalFresh?


If you have any questions about how to apply for CalFresh, please reach out to the Basic Needs Center here on campus!

Apply for CalFresh

Sign up to speak with a CalFresh student ambassador in a one-on-one session to get assistance with your application!


Don’t Qualify for CalFresh but Need Resources?


Find additional food resources here: https://basicneeds.berkeley.edu/services-and-resources/calfresh/additional-food-resources

  • Food Assistance Program (part of the Holistic Fund)

  • Short-Term Emergency Relief

    • Food Pantry

    • Off-campus emergency food resources

  • Preventative Resources

    • University Health Services Nutrition Counseling

Find additional resources for housing, finances, health care, mental wellness, and dependent care here: https://basicneeds.berkeley.edu/find-support

  • Resources Overview

    • Individual Support

    • Urgent Resources

    • Resource Lookup

  • Community-Specific Resources

    • Graduate students

    • Undocumented students

    • International students

    • Withdrawn students

  • Interactive Resource Guide


CalFresh Clinic – Spring 2022

An informational workshop about CalFresh (also known as SNAP). CalFresh Leads and Ambassadors from the Basic Needs Center walked attendees through the online application step-by-step and shared how to use and keep CalFresh benefits. Co-hosted by the Food Justice Project, Basic Needs Center, Peer Wellness Coalition, and First Generation Professionals.