Supporting Families Amid Federal Shutdown
In light of the recent federal government shutdown and its impact on youth & families, we understand this may be a stressful and uncertain time for many families. We encourage you to plan ahead and connect with local food resources to help ensure continued access to nutritious meals and essential needs.
If federal funding does not resume, November CalFresh benefits may be delayed or temporarily unavailable. Taking steps now to learn about local food programs can help you stay supported during this time.
Food Banks
Sacramento Food Bank & Family Services
1951 Bell Ave, Sacramento, CA 95838
(916) 456-1980
sacramentofoodbank.org
River City Food Bank
Midtown Location: 1800 28th St, Sacramento, CA 95816
St. Matthew’s Location: 2300 Edison Ave, Sacramento, CA 95821
(916) 446-2627
rivercityfoodbank.org
Yolo Food Bank
233 Harter Ave, Woodland, CA 95776
(530) 668-0690
yolofoodbank.org
Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano
4010 Nelson Ave, Concord, CA 94520
1-855-309-FOOD (3663)
foodbankccs.org
Community Action of Napa Valley (CANV) Food
Bank
Warehouse: 938 Kaiser Rd, Napa, CA 94558
(707) 253-6128
canv.org
Food Bank of El Dorado County
4550 Business Drive, Cameron Park, CA 95682
(530) 621-9950
foodbankedc.org
Food Bank of Nevada County
310 Railroad Ave, Suite 100, Grass Valley, CA 95945
(530) 272-3796
foodbankofnc.org
Feeding the Foothills (formerly Placer Food
Bank)
8284 Industrial Ave., Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 783-0481
feedingthefoothills.org
Twin Lakes Food Bank
327 Montrose Drive, Folsom, CA 95630
(916) 985-6232
twinlakesfoodbank.org
Financial Assistance
Utility bill support: SMUD and PG&E both offer hardship or payment assistance programs.
Rental or housing aid: County housing assistance programs, Sacramento Self-Help Housing, or 211 Sacramento for emergency shelter and rent relief.
Unemployment or income support: California Employment Development Department (EDD) for unemployment or disability benefits.
Childcare and Family Support
Childcare subsidies: Child Action, Inc. (Sacramento County) or your county’s Resource & Referral agency.
Family Resource Centers: Local centers often provide diapers, formula, parenting support, and connections to other aid.
WIC (Women, Infants, and Children): Supplemental nutrition for pregnant individuals and families with young children.
- All services are by appointment only, please call us at 916-876-5000.
Mental Health and Emotional Support
County Behavioral Health Access Line: free, 24/7 mental health support and referrals.
- Call or text 988 or text HOME to 741741
- 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: for anyone in crisis or needing emotional support.
Employment and Workforce Services
America’s Job Centers of California (AJCC): Job search help, training programs, and resume workshops.
Goodwill or local workforce agencies: May provide employment readiness and short-term training programs.
Healthcare Access
Covered California: Open enrollment or special enrollment periods for health coverage.
Community health clinics: Low-cost or no-cost primary care, dental, and behavioral health services (e.g., WellSpace Health, Elica Health Centers).
Prescription assistance programs: Help reduce medication costs for those without insurance.
Emergency Assistance and Referrals
211: A comprehensive resource line connecting people to food, housing, healthcare, transportation, and more—available 24/7 in multiple languages.