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Welcome to the Basic Needs Center at Berkeley City College!
The Basic Needs Center aims to provide services and resources to remove barriers and empower students to persist and thrive towards success. We are in the process of creating virtual and physical hubs of resources, where students can find support in having their essential needs met.
FREE WEEKLY MEAL
As part of our “Spring is Free” semester, every Tuesday from January – May 2023, the Basic Needs Center will distribute free lunches for students and staff. We will partner and support local restaurants with a changing menu.
Time: 12:00pm-2:00pm (will end sooner if supplies run out)
Location: Atrium (basement level)
FREE FOOD PANTRY
Free produce and select grocery items are available to students and staff on every Thursday for the Spring 2023 semester.
The Basic Needs Center partners with the Berkeley Food Network who provides produce from the Berkeley Bowl and non-perishable items from the Alameda County Food Bank.
Time: 12:00pm-3:00pm
Location: Atrium (basement level)
ADDITIONAL FOOD RESOURCES
A list of community food resources is available at this link.
HOTSPOTS & LAPTOPS
Free internet hotspot devices and laptops are available to enrolled students. To borrow a hotspot or laptop, visit here for more information.
HOUSING RESOURCES
A list of housing resources is available at this link.
RESOURCES FOR PARENTS
- First 5 California – California’s Parenting Website: https://www.first5california.com/
- Alameda County Community Food Bank – Get referrals for groceries or hot meals now: Call the helpline at 510-635-3663, or visit https://foodnow.net/
- CalFresh – Apply for an EBT card in 10 minutes: https://www.getcalfresh.org/
- Dial 2-1-1 or visit http://211alamedacounty.org/ for help with Health, Housing, and Human Services in your area.
Contact Information:
bcc-basicneeds@peralta.edu |
John Nguyen
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Izabela “Izzie” Villanueva
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