By Redaccion
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As part of California’s ongoing wildfire response and recovery efforts, Governor Gavin Newsom announced today that individuals and families directly impacted by the recent fires in Los Angeles County may be eligible for Disaster CalFresh (D-CalFresh) food benefits.
A family of four with a monthly income of up to $3,529 may qualify for a one-time $975 food benefit through this program, available to those who lived or worked in a fire-affected area on January 7, 2025.
“California’s response and recovery efforts will continue to focus on the needs of people in the affected areas,” said Governor Newsom. “My administration is committed to supporting individuals and families who need our help the most by expanding assistance programs. Starting February 10, I encourage eligible residents to apply for D-CalFresh benefits so they can put food on the table.”
Eligibility for D-CalFresh Benefits
Individuals and families who lived or worked in a fire-impacted area within Los Angeles County on January 7, 2025, may be eligible. The affected ZIP codes include:
· Eaton: 91104, 91206, 91103, 91016, 91010, 91001, 91214, 91101, 91107, 91006, 91208, 91020, 91105, 91011, 91024, 91008, 91007, 91042, 91106 (19 total)
· Hughes: 91334, 91350, 91355, 91384, 91390, 93015, 93040, 93225, 93243, 93532, 93536, 00018 (12 total)
· Hurst: 91342, 91344, 91321, 91326, 91381, 91311 (6 total)
· Palisades: 90049, 91302, 91301, 90290, 90272, 90265, 90402, 90073, 90077, 90095, 90401, 90403, 90404, 91316, 91356, 91367, 91403, 91436, 91340 (19 total)
· Other (qualifying power outages): 91750, 93510 (2 total)
Additionally, at least one household member must:
• Not already be receiving regular CalFresh benefits.
• Have suffered financial hardship due to the wildfires, such as:
• Spending money on wildfire-related expenses or power outages.
• Loss of income due to the fires.
• Property or business damage expenses.
• Food loss alone.
Households already enrolled in CalFresh living in these ZIP codes do not need to apply but may qualify for supplemental benefits.
How to Apply
Households can apply for D-CalFresh between February 10-14, 2025, and February 18-19, 2025 by:
• Calling 866-488-8482 (Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.)
• Visiting a Los Angeles DPSS office in person
Benefits will be distributed within three days of a qualifying interview. Recipients will receive an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, which works like a debit card for food purchases at grocery stores and authorized retailers.
Additional Food Assistance for Survivors
The California Health and Human Services Agency (CalHHS) has secured waivers to provide further food assistance:
• Hot Food Purchases: Until February 8, 2025, CalFresh recipients in Los Angeles and nearby counties can use their benefits to buy hot foods, as many affected families may lack access to food storage or cooking facilities.
• Replacement Benefits: CalFresh recipients who lost food due to the fires have until February 5, 2025, to request replacement benefits by calling (866) 613-3777 (Monday-Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.).
• Emergency Food Distribution: The state has allocated $1 million in emergency reserve funding to provide food boxes and potable water through the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank. A list of distribution locations is available online.
