During CalFresh Awareness Month, DPSS is committed to keeping the public informed about essential benefits and resources in the county.  Please help us to share this important information with those in your community who need it most.

MAY IS CALFRESH AWARENESS MONTH

DPSS has launched activities for the May CalFresh Awareness Month (CFAM), campaign, aimed at preventing food insecurity by informing low-income residents about the benefits of CalFresh. This year’s CFAM theme is The Power of Partnership, highlighting the work of our community-based partners. Please join us at the CFAM Community Kick-off and Resource Fair Thursday, May 4 at Amelia Mayberry Park in Whittier. This event is free and open to the public.

DEADLINE TO APPLY FOR HEALTHY FOOD KICKSTARTER GRANT IS MAY 5

Kickstarter is a partnership between the County of Los Angeles and Community Services Unlimited Inc. to provide grants to qualifying organizations and businesses that want to launch or expand equitable food distribution programs serving the County’s most food insecure communities. New projects may apply for new project grants of $20,000, and expanding projects, which may include construction, can apply for grants of $200,000 if your business provides affordable, fresh, and healthy food options. Review the application online at The Healthy Food Kickstarter Project Grant Application.

WIC RESOURCES FOR FAMILIES

The Women, Infants and Children Program (WIC) offers nutrition education,  breastfeeding support, community referrals, and healthy food options for babies, in-person, virtually, or by phone. Get more information and apply for WIC online at Apply for WIC Online – Sign Up Here | PHFE WIC.