San Diego Hunger Coalition's Annual State of Hunger gathers over 500 stakeholders to explore hunger relief strategies and celebrate the Coalition's 50th Anniversary with a networking reception.

To learn more about 6th Annual State of Hunger event click here.


SUN Bucks (Summer EBT)

Have a child in school who’s certified for free or reduced-priced meals or receiving CalFresh, CalWorks, or MediCal? They may be eligible for SUN Bucks (also known as Summer EBT), a new program that provides $120 in benefits for children during the summer months.

Learn more about SUN Bucks eligibility by clicking here.

 

March 2024 New Data & Research

Our latest data and issue brief provide the most up-to-date information on hunger and nutrition insecurity, food assistance, the remaining meal gap, and CalFresh participation.

Click here to read our issue brief.


The Hunger Free Navigator Training ™ helps communities and organizations connect people experiencing food insecurity to food assistance resources. General and tailored trainings are available.

Learn more . . .

Next Hunger Free Navigator Training
Monday, November 18th from 11:00 am to 12:30 pm

Take a Look at these Resources

Do you need help putting food on the table but aren’t sure where to go? We’ve got you covered! Find the right food assistance for you and download our flyer to point you in the right direction!

Learn about food assistance resources


We are committed to empowering community partners with the necessary tools for effectively linking eligible San Diegans to CalFresh benefits. We facilitate free CalFresh Application Assistance 101 training sessions every month, staying true to our mission of battling hunger. Recognizing that different organizations have varying needs, we also offer personalized training sessions.

NEXT CALFRESH 101 TRAINING


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Hunger in San Diego County

We often think about food in terms of individual choices, family celebrations, and our cultural heritage.  Too many San Diegans, however, have a relationship with food that is dominated by scarcity.  These households—including families with children, veterans and military families, and senior citizens—do not always have access to enough food for an active healthy life.  Why? Because of what they earn, where they live, or other gaps in our food system.

 
 

Federal nutrition programs are our nation’s most important direct defense against hunger, food hardship and unhealthy diets. When household incomes don’t provide enough to meet basic needs, programs such as CalFresh/SNAP (food stamps) and school meals can bridge the gap and increase access to healthy food.   

 
 

The San Diego Hunger Coalition conducts training and technical assistance for community-based organizations and schools; educates policymakers and the public about social, economic, and environmental factors that contribute to hunger; and advocates for legislative and administrative policies to end hunger, promote nutrition and protect public health.

 
 

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