Did You Know?
One in six people in the United States suffer from food insecurity. Nearly 5 million Californians received CalFresh benefits monthly in the year 2022.
California Resources
The following programs and resources are available to local families in need of nutrition assistance. Click on an icon to learn more:
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Resources by Region
San Diego
Riverside
Nutrition on a Budget with Cooking Matters by CPCMG
Below are some tips and strategies for meal planning, shopping on a budget, and buying budget-friendly foods.
Meal Planning
Meal planning is a great way to save time and money and prevent food waste. Check out the meal planning tips below.
Additional meal-planning resources are available here:
Grocery Shopping on a Budget
It can be difficult to grocery shop for healthy foods when on a budget. The following tips can help to prioritize cost-effective foods as well as tips for using leftovers to prevent food waste.
Additional resources are available here: