If you rely on CalWORKs or CalFresh benefits to help cover groceries and basic needs, get ready—June 2025 payments are on their way, and depending on your case number, you could see the funds as early as June 1. But not everyone gets paid on the same day, so knowing exactly when your money will hit your EBT card can make a big difference in planning your month.
CalWORKs Payment Dates for June 2025
CalWORKs, California’s main cash aid program for low-income families with children, follows a consistent schedule each month. For June 2025, CalWORKs benefits will be deposited between June 1 and June 3. That means your money could show up as early as the first of the month, depending on your local county processing times and how your case is set up.
Typically, the funds are added to your EBT card automatically at midnight on your scheduled date, so you may see the money available when you wake up in the morning.
If you haven’t received your cash aid by June 3, it’s important to check your BenefitsCal account to confirm your eligibility and make sure no additional documentation or verification is needed.
CalFresh (Food Stamps) June 2025 Payment Dates
CalFresh, which provides monthly food assistance to qualifying households, uses a staggered deposit system based on the last digit of your case number. Here’s how it works:
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If your case number ends in 1, you’ll get your benefits on June 1
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Ends in 2: Payment on June 2
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Ends in 3: Payment on June 3
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Ends in 4: Payment on June 4
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Ends in 5: Payment on June 5
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Ends in 6: Payment on June 6
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Ends in 7: Payment on June 7
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Ends in 8: Payment on June 8
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Ends in 9: Payment on June 9
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Ends in 0: Payment on June 10
These benefits are also loaded to your EBT card, typically just after midnight. While most recipients receive their funds without issue, delays can happen due to system maintenance, banking hours, or county-specific issues.
What If Your Benefits Don’t Arrive?
If your payment doesn’t show up on the expected date, don’t panic—but do take action. Follow these steps:
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Log into your BenefitsCal account and check for any messages or alerts.
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Make sure your information is current, especially if you’ve moved or changed contact details.
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Call your local county welfare office if you don’t see any updates or your balance hasn’t changed within 24 hours of your expected deposit date.
Delays are rare but can happen—especially around holidays, weekends, or if your paperwork needs updating.
Why This Schedule Matters
When you’re managing a tight budget, knowing exactly when your benefits arrive is crucial. Many families plan grocery shopping, rent payments, and transportation costs around the day those EBT funds hit. Even a one-day delay can cause a ripple effect on your bills and basic needs.
By understanding this schedule now, you can avoid surprises later.
Final Thoughts
June 2025 brings no major holiday-related delays, but the staggered deposit system for CalFresh and the three-day distribution window for CalWORKs mean not everyone will be paid on the same day. Make sure your information is up to date, check your EBT balance regularly, and reach out to your local office if something doesn’t look right.
With the right preparation, you can make the most of your benefits and stay one step ahead of your financial needs this month.
