Rep. Sam Farr announced this morning $700,000 in Central Coast funds for the federal Emergency Food and Shelter Program, including $384,153 for Monterey County.
"California is suffering badly from the continuing economic crisis, and these EFSP funds will help many at-risk families on the Central Coast,” said Farr, in a prepared statement. “As Congress continues its efforts to create jobs and revive our economy, these kinds of programs are vital to help those most harmed.”
The money will be awarded to local nonprofits and government agencies to fight hunger and homelessness as well as assist with rent, mortgage and utility bills.
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