Food assistance & safety net
Key Questions
How many people in Silicon Valley could lose CalFresh benefits due to new work requirements?
New CalFresh work requirements put 67,000 people in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties at risk of losing food assistance. The changes expand requirements to older adults and families with teens.
Where can kids get free summer lunches in Mountain View?
Free summer lunches for kids are available at Mountain View Park. This program helps families during the summer months.
What services does Hope's Corner provide?
Hope's Corner serves meals to unhoused residents. A free Resource Fair for unhoused residents is also scheduled for June 17.
New CalFresh work requirements put 67,000 in Silicon Valley at risk of losing food assistance – expansion to older adults and families with teens; likely increase demand at local food banks. Future cuts warned. Free summer lunches for kids at Mountain View Park. Hope's Corner serves meals to unhoused.
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Updated Jun 16, 2026