In May 2025, CalFresh recipients in California are seeing how their monthly SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits are distributed. Some groups are no longer receiving additional payments, while others will continue to receive regular benefits as per the established schedule.
CalFresh Payment Schedule for May 2025
The remaining CalFresh payments for May will be delivered between May 5 and May 10, based on the last digit of the recipient’s case number. For recipients whose case number ends before May 5, their payments have already been issued. Those with later case number digits will see their benefits delivered on the corresponding dates.
- Case number ends in 1: May 1, 2025
- Case number ends in 2: May 2, 2025
- Case number ends in 3: May 3, 2025
- Case number ends in 4: May 4, 2025
- Case number ends in 5: May 5, 2025
- Case number ends in 6: May 6, 2025
- Case number ends in 7: May 7, 2025
- Case number ends in 8: May 8, 2025
- Case number ends in 9: May 9, 2025
- Case number ends in 0: May 10, 2025
The payments vary by household size, with amounts ranging from $292 to $1,756, depending on the number of people in the household. Households with more members will receive higher payments, with $220 added for each additional person.
How Much Will You Receive?
For May 2025, the maximum CalFresh benefits are as follows:
- 1 person: $292
- 2 people: $536
- 3 people: $768
- 4 people: $975
- 5 people: $1,158
- 6 people: $1,390
- 7 people: $1,536
- 8 people: $1,756
Each additional person adds $220 to the total benefit. These amounts are adjusted based on the cost of living and are valid from October 2024 through September 2025, although actual benefits may vary depending on income and deductions.
CalWORKs Cash Aid Deposits Already Made
For recipients who also receive CalWORKs (cash aid), the deposit for May was made during the first three days of the month. As of now, anyone in this group should have already received their funds.
Important Reminder: CalFresh Recertification
To continue receiving benefits, CalFresh recipients must complete the recertification process. This process must be done before the end of the certification period, typically by the fifth day of the last month of the period. For many recipients, the deadline for recertification was April 5, 2025. If the process isn’t completed, payments may be suspended until the update is processed.
Recertification requires updating personal and financial information, which can be done in person, by phone, or online through the county website.
Steps for Recertification
To maintain your CalFresh benefits, be sure to complete the recertification process as soon as possible. The process generally includes providing updated information and may require additional steps, depending on the specifics of your case.
For those unsure of the recertification deadline or process, it’s crucial to act quickly to avoid delays in future payments. Contact your local county office for assistance or visit the BenefitsCal website to manage your case.
Stay Updated and Secure Your Benefits
Ensuring that your recertification is submitted on time is key to maintaining access to CalFresh benefits. If you haven’t already done so, take action now to avoid disruptions in your assistance.