In these hard economic times, Californians are turning to food stamps more than ever. The program has seen an average of 13 percent growth each month this year. But only half of those eligible for food stamps in the state are getting them – that’s one of the worst participation rates in the country. Who is using food stamps, and who needs them? [Note: To learn more about how to apply for food stamps in your county, call the statewide toll-free Food Stamp Information Line at 877-847-3663 (FOOD)]
- More: CA Dept. of Social Services Food Stamp Programs homepage – at CA.gov
- More: California Association of Food Banks – at MyFoodStamps.org
- More: California Food Policy Advocates – at CFPA.net