Students Experiencing Homelessness
Contact your school’s financial aid office about resources for students experiencing unstable housing situations or food insecurity.
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California community colleges are on the front lines, opening food pantries, guiding students into the CalFresh program, and working with food banks and other nonprofits to prevent students from going hungry. Students experiencing homelessness can apply for financial aid with a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) or California Dream Act Application (CADAA).
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For students struggling to afford essential needs, your local college may offer additional financial support or resources to help. CalFresh can help get you some extra cash for groceries. It's a California financial aid program that helps students buy food and eat healthier. It won’t affect your existing financial aid, and you don’t need your parent's tax return information to apply. Students may qualify for Pell Grants, Cal Grants, FWS opportunities, loans, and the CCPG fee waiver.