Students & Scholarships

Food Insecurity Resources

Below are resources for students experiencing food insecurity while pursuing their education. These resources can help students navigate the challenges of accessing nutritious food during their college years.

CalFresh

What is CalFresh

Calfresh is a government-funded program that helps assist low-income individuals and families who meet federal income eligibility for health and nutritious food.

Qualifications

Be a US Citizen, Permanent Residents, U or T visa holder, Refugees, or Asylees
Currently living off-campus without a meal plan
Be a student between ages 18-49 and enrolled at least half-time

Students Must Meet at Least One of These Qualifications:

Work at least 20 hours per week
Eligible for Work-Study
Award TANF funded Cal Grant A or B
Full-time student with a child age 6-11 without adequate child care and receiving CalWORKs benefits
Enrolled in CalFresh employment and training or another job training program accepted by CalFresh

Eligible CalFresh Employment and Training Programs

Educational Opportunity Program (EOP)
Cooperative Agencies Resource for Education (CARE) Program
Guardian Scholar Program
Foster Youth Success Initiative (FYSI)

Required Documentation

A copy of your ID
Proof of any income (financial aid award letter, Paystubs, or paychecks)
Proof of immigration status (for non-citizens)
Proof of student status

Income Limits

Where to Apply

Individuals who are interested in applying for CalFresh. Please find the application here.

Guide to Completing the CalFresh Application

Download our CalFresh Application Guide which simplifies the application process into 5 simple steps: General Information, Income Verification, Expenses, Personal Information, and Confirmation.

United Way

United Way is a nonprofit organization that is dedicated to improving the overall quality of life of individuals by sharing community resources:

United Way Hotline 211

“One Call. One Search. One Visit. Tons of Information”
Free and confidential service that is available 24/7 to connect individuals to human resources in their communities
Supplemental food and nutrition programs
Shelter and housing options and utility assistance
Employment and educational opportunities

United Way Texting Service

Text your zip code to TXT211 (898211)
Get connected to human resources in your community via text
More than 150 languages are available

United Way Resources Per County

Marin County
Sonoma County
Contra Costa County
Napa County
Lake County
San Francisco County
San Mateo County
Santa Clara County

Questions?

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