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Display of fresh produce, including apples, pears, bananas, lemons, limes, and oranges, at an Oakland Housing Authority food distribution site.

Navigating CalFresh Changes? Food Resources and Support Are Available

OHA News | June 01, 2026

Beginning June 1, some California residents receiving CalFresh (SNAP) benefits may be affected by new federal work requirements. These changes may impact some households. If you or your family are experiencing changes to your food benefits, support and resources are available. Food Resources Available Through OHAOHA offers food distribution programs for residents through our Nourish, Educate, Access, and Thrive (NEAT)...
Affordable Housing Month bus tour participants gather near a playground in the courtyard at Jack London Gateway Apartments.

Every Home Counts: Oakland Housing Authority Highlights Preservation, Partnership, and Progress During Affordable Housing Month

OHA News | May 29, 2026

Oakland Housing Authority (OHA) celebrated Affordable Housing Month alongside East Bay Housing Organizations (EBHO) by showcasing the partnerships and investments creating housing opportunities across Oakland Each May, East Bay Housing Organizations (EBHO) leads Affordable Housing Month, a regional celebration of the partnerships, investments, and community commitment that make affordable housing possible throughout the Bay Area. In recognition of Affordable Housing Month,...
Oakland City Councilmember Zac Unger and Oakland Housing Authority staff pose outside an affordable housing property during a District 1 tour in Oakland

Councilmember Zac Unger Visits Oakland Housing Authority Sites to Explore Opportunities for Collaboration

OHA News | April 23, 2026

The Oakland Housing Authority (OHA) recently welcomed Zac Unger, who represents District 1 on the Oakland City Council, for a tour of OHA properties and initiatives serving residents across the district. The visit provided an opportunity for Councilmember Unger to learn more about OHA’s work to preserve affordable housing, support residents, and strengthen neighborhoods throughout Oakland. The tour was tailored...