Agency: SANTA BARBARA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES (DSS)
Provides a supplemental program that helps low-income people buy the food they need. Benefits are provided on an electronic card, called Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Can be used like a debit card and is accepted at most grocery stores. including the Santa Barbara Farmer’s Market. If person in need is homeless or has little or no income, they may request expedited (fast) service.