FOOD AND TOILETRY SUPPORT GRANT

For current Cabrillo College students who are experiencing food insecurity, we are offering a $75 grocery/toiletry gift card.

Cabrillo College Student Life - $75 Food and Toiletry Support Grant

FOOD HOTLINE

Find food pantry locations near you.
Call Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm

831-662-0991

CALFRESH APPLICATIONS (NUTRITION ASSISTANCE)

CalFresh application assistance is available here.

SEAHAWKS SHOP-N-GO PANTRY is currently closed

Free canned fruits, vegetables, tuna fish, soups, sauces, pasta, bread, produce. Personal hygiene items.
Aptos Location: Room 902
Monday-Thursday 8am-9pm
Watsonville Location: A-120 Integrated Learning Center
Monday-Thursday 8am-8pm
Friday 8am-4pm
Saturday 10am-4pm

RESOURCE SPOTS are currently closed

Food and housing resources, shower info, free hygiene kits, feminine products and healthy grab and go snacks.
Locations:
• CTC 1400 Bldg
• VAPA Samper Recital Hall 5000 Bldg
• Gym 1100 Bldg; Academic Counseling 100 Bldg
• Welcome Center SAC East Bldg
• Allied Health HW 2000 Bldg
• MESA Study Center in the STEM Bldg Rm 834
• Student Resource and Support Network, SAC West at street level;
• Wellness Education center, Building HW 1000, Rm 1138
• Watsonville/Student Resource Center Room A 120

FRESH MARKET

Drive through event in collaboration with Second Harvest Food Bank, 9:30am-11am.
• Aptos Parking Lot "L" behind the VAPA building: Sept. 10, Sept. 24, Oct. 8, Oct. 22, Nov. 5, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 17.
• Watsonville Parking Lot "C": Sept. 14, Sept. 28, Oct. 12, Oct. 26, Nov. 9, Nov. 23, Dec. 7, Dec. 21.

SHOWERS FOR CABRILLO STUDENTS currently closed

Shower facilities are available to currently enrolled students who do not have a fixed regular and adequate residence. Must show student ID.
Aptos Location: Gym- Building 1100 Times: Mon-Fri 8am-6pm*
*there may be occasional closures due to sporting events. You may also check out a locker for the semester.

Watsonville Location: Building C- Solari Green Technology Bldg.
Times: When Needed- Request Access in Student Resource Center (SRC), room A-120

Take a hygiene pack with essential shower items if you need one!

COMMUNITY BRIDGES LA MANZANA

Offers a range of services to the community including utility bill payment application assistance and referrals to organizations that can help with other needs.
521 Main St # Y, Watsonville

831-724-2997 | La Manzana

CENTRAL COAST ENERGY SERVICES, INC.

Offers various programs for low income households, including utility bill payment assistance, HEAP, Weatherization Program, and consumer education and advocacy.
135 Aviation Way # 7, Watsonville

831-761-7080 | Energy Services

SALVATION ARMY SANTA CRUZ COMMUNITY CENTER

Provides utility bill payment assistance, food pantry, tutoring, and clothing.
721 Laurel Street, Santa Cruz

831-426-8365 | Santa Cruz Salvation Army

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY OF SANTA CRUZ

Provides emergency assistance for rent and utility bills and medical prescriptions.
210 High St., Santa Cruz

831-426-8365 | St. Vincent De Paul

FAMILIES IN TRANSITION

Provides transitional housing for homeless families with children. Also offers a one-time rental payment assistance to prevent eviction or obtain housing.
700 Federick st. #301, Santa Cruz

831-458-7124 or 831-728-9791 | Fit Santa Cruz

IN MY AREA

Details internet plans and technology programs available to low-income individuals and families.

In My Area

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY OF SANTA CRUZ 

Operates food pantries in various cities within Santa Cruz County 210 High Street, Santa Cruz 

Program Hours: Monday-Friday, 10am - 2pm. 831-423-0878 

St. Vincent De Paul

TWIN LAKES CHURCH 

(across the street from Cabrillo) 

Provides a weekly food pantry. Wednesdays at 3:30pm. 831-566-3791 

Twin Lakes Church

NUEVA VISTA COMMUNITY RESOURCES 

A community resource center offers a wide range of services to Latino families. Food pantry every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 3-5pm. Hours 9-9pm, Office hours 8:30-2:30 pm and by appointment 711 E. Cliff Dr. 831-423-5747 

Nueva Vista

THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS 

Offers food bag distribution and assistance with rent, utility bills and clothing as funds allow. 214 Union St, Watsonville 831-724-3922 

Watsonville Salvation Army

COMMUNITY BRIDGES LA MANZANA COMMUNITY RESOURCES 

Food pantry on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month 11-12:30pm. 521 Main St. # Y, Watsonville 831-724-2977 

La Manzana

PAJARO VALLEY LOAVES AND FISHES, INC. 

Offers free bags of groceries for those in need. Also offers information and referral for financial help, shelters and other basic needs. 150 2nd St, Watsonville 831-722-4144 

Loaves and Fishes

MOUNTAIN COMMUNITY RESOURCES 

A Family Resource Center offering a variety of services to the community. Food pantry gives out food on the 2nd Thursday of the month from 11-12, and 3rd and 4th Thursday of the month from 10-11. 6134 Hwy 9, Felton 831-335-6600 

VALLEY CHURCHES UNITED 

Provides emergency food pantry, USDA commodities surplus food and food vouchers, emergency rental, mortgage and utility assistance; gas money; bus passes; and medical and dental assistance when funds are available. Food Pantry Hours: Tuesday and Thursday: 9am-12noon, Friday: 9am-11am, Saturday: 10am-12pm 9430 Love Creek Road, Ben Lomond 831-336-8258

Valley Churches

FOOD HOTLINE 

Find food-pantry locations near you. 831-662-0991 

Food Hotline

ELM STREET MISSION

117 Elm St. in Santa Cruz
Food served for free on Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings to anyone who wanders in. Doors close at 5:30pm. Best breakfast in town on Wednesday mornings.

ST. FRANCIS SOUP KITCHEN

205 Mora St., behind San Lorenzo Lumber on River Street in SantaCruz.
Serves lunch at noon five days a week.

RIVER STREET SHELTER

115C Coral St, Santa Cruz
Breakfast begins at 8am and the meal usually includes hot and cold cereal, pancakes and eggs. An early dinner is served at 3:30pm for any families with children, and for people taking advantage of the overnight program offered by some local churches. Dinner for the general public is served at 5pm.

PAJARO VALLEY LOAVES AND FISHES, INC.

150 2nd St, Watsonville 831-722-4144
Provides a free hot lunch every weekday.

THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS

Offers a free hot meal daily to anyone in need as funds allow.
214 Union St, Watsonville
831-724-3922

ENCOMPASS COMMUNITY SERVICES RIVER ST. SHELTER

Provides a 32-bed temporary homeless shelter. Shelter guests receive breakfast and dinner. 831-459-0444

Ecompass

JESUS, MARY AND JOSEPH HOME (JMJ HOME)

Offers transitional shelter for homeless women with children for up to six months. 831-459-8046

St. Francis Soup Kitchen

THE SALVATION ARMY WATSONVILLE CORPS

Offers a six-month transitional housing program for women and children, and supportive housing for women transitioning out of a rehabilitation or aftercare program. 831-724-3922

Watsonville Salvation Army

PAJARO RESCUE MISSION

Provides a homeless shelter for men and women.
111 Railroad Avenue,
Watsonville 831-724-9576 or 831-722-2074

PV Shelter

APARTMENT GUIDE

National online resource designed to help individuals and families find housing options that fit their lifestyle and income needs. Also has a wealth of educational resources relating to the moving process.

Apartment Guide

ST. FRANCIS SOUP KITCHEN

Showers are offered Monday through Friday 11:30am and 1pm. Clothing is offered Monday, Wednesday and Friday, from 11:30am to 1pm.
205 Mora St. behind San Lorenzo Lumber on River Street in Santa Cruz.

831-459-6712 | St. Francis Soup Kitchen

HOMELESS SERVICES CENTER

Offers use of phones, shower, mail services and drop-in meals, among other services.
115A Coral St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060

831-458-6020 | Homeless Services

365 Pet Insurance

Details resources to assist homeless individuals in caring for their pets. Includes financial resources and organizations dedicated to ensuring you can provide everything your pet needs.

365 Pet Insurance

FIND HELP

211 can help you find food, housing, healthcare, senior services, childcare, legal aid and much more.
Call 211. Free. Confidential. Multilingual. Available 24/7.