CalFresh recipients could miss out on November payments in the short term as the federal government shutdown continues. Governor Newsom announced that the government shutdown will likely delay food benefits… Read more »
Author: Savannah Evans
From the sun-drenched strawberry rows of Edna Valley to the bustling stalls of the Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market, San Luis Obispo (SLO) County’s bounty is grown just miles from our… Read more »
Each August, the Farmers Market Coalition leads National Farmers’ Market Week, a nationwide celebration of the growers, ranchers, and food artisans who anchor local food systems. Many markets will mark… Read more »
Hunger relief looks simple on the surface: Get food to people who need it. Behind every distribution, however, sits a complex supply chain that blends federal programs, private donations, and… Read more »
Central Coast leaders, including Rep. Salud Carbajal and Molly Kern, CEO of the SLO Food Bank, are warning that a new bill proposing $300 billion in cuts to the Supplemental… Read more »
The SLO County Board of Supervisors has declared May 2025 as “CalFresh Awareness Month” to promote CalFresh—a program supporting over 31,000 local residents and boosting the economy.
CalFresh benefits give California individuals and families monthly money to buy nutritious food when resources are limited. Below you’ll find an overview of the basics of where you can use… Read more »
The SLO Food Bank is preparing for severe reductions in state and federal funding at a time when the need for food assistance in San Luis Obispo County is at… Read more »
In times of financial uncertainty, cooking at home with pantry staples can be a lifesaver. Whether you’re stretching your grocery budget or making the most of items from a food… Read more »
Carbs often get a bad rap in the world of nutrition. With ever-popular fad diets and low-carb trends, it’s easy to see why many people develop a negative view of… Read more »
